Jacques Louis David

Jacques Louis David was a prominent French painter of the 18th and 19th centuries, considered one of the undisputed masters of Neoclassicism. He was born in Paris and studied extensively in Italy, where he was inspired by the works of artists such as Raphael and the Greek and Latin cultures. His style was characterized by its clarity, and his teachings influenced two generations of French painters. One of his most famous masterpieces is "The Oath of the Horatii," commissioned by King Louis XVI and exhibited with great success at the Louvre Salon. In this painting, David depicts a deadly duel between three brothers on one side and three brothers on the other, highlighting harmony and political passion. It also shows the difference in attitude between the warrior men and the wives.