Faustin Besson
French painter (1821-1882)
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Summary
Faustin Besson was born on March 15, 1821[1], in Dole[2]. He died on February 28, 1882[3], in 8th arrondissement of Paris[4]. He worked as a painter[5], teacher[6], and illustrator[7].
Key Facts
- Father: Jean-Séraphin-Désiré Besson[8]
- Country of citizenship: France[9]
- Educated at: Beaux-Arts de Paris[10]
- Award received: Knight of the Legion of Honour[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Genre: portrait[13]
- Commons category: Faustin Besson[14]
- Family name: Besson[15]
- Given name: Faustin[16]
- Student of: Adolphe Brune[17], Guillaume Descamps[18], Jean Gigoux[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[20]
- Commons Creator page: Faustin Besson[21]
- Name in native language: Faustin Besson[22]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: WikiProject PCC Wikidata Pilot/Frick Art Reference Library[23]
- Has works in the collection: Bowes Museum[24], Musée Magnin[25]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[26]
- Artist files at: Frick Art Research Library[27]
FAQs
Where was Faustin Besson born?
Faustin Besson was born in Dole[2].
Where did Faustin Besson die?
Faustin Besson passed away in 8th arrondissement of Paris[4].
Who were Faustin Besson's parents?
Faustin Besson's father was Jean-Séraphin-Désiré Besson[8].
What did Faustin Besson do for work?
Faustin Besson worked as a painter[5], teacher[6], and illustrator[7].
Where did Faustin Besson go to school?
Faustin Besson was educated at Beaux-Arts de Paris[10].
What awards did Faustin Besson receive?
Honors received include Knight of the Legion of Honour[11].