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Aug 22, 2022 · Paul Sescau, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. At the Moulin Rouge (1892-1895) is one of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s best-known pieces of work. He became famous for his paintings during the Post-Impressionist time period, but also worked as an illustrator and caricaturist.
Here are 100 famous French people that vary from actresses to political figures and from singers to authors. How many do you know? 1,379 users · 19,620 views
10. Albert Camus (1913 – 1960) One of the most famous French philosophers, Albert Camus was born in French Algeria to Pieds Noirs parents, eventually studying philosophy at the University of Algiers. By the time he made it to in Paris, the Germans had invaded France during World War II.
Famous French Artists. 'Basket of Apples' by Cézanne. Paul Cézanne (1839-1906), painter is known for his paintings of landscapes and portraits and still life such as the Basket of Apples. "The Thinker" by Auguste Rodin. Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) is known for his sculptures. 'The Thinker', the bronze sculpture you can see here, is one of his ...
Charles de Gaulle (1890-1970): Leader of the Free French Forces. Charles de Gaulle is most famous for being the military leader of France during the Second World War and the President of France following the war. Charles de Gaulle was present for many significant changes in 20th-century France, particularly during World War II and the later ...
Louis XIII of France reigned as the King of France between 1610 and 1643. He is best remembered for saving the kingdom from the mismanagement of his mother Marie de' Medici, who was exiled by a 16-year-old Louis XIII. He is also credited with popularizing wigs among men, which had not been fashionable since antiquity.
Allons-y! Library of books and famous writers – Palais de l’Elysée, residence of President of France. 1. Victor Hugo (1802 – 1885) One of France’s most famous writers has to be Victor Hugo. With a career spanning over 60 years, he wrote everything from poetry to satire, critical essays and historical odysseys.
