Alexandre Marie Colin (1798 – 1875): A Master of Historical Narrative Alexandre Marie Colin (1798 – 1875) stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Romanticism in French art. Born in Paris, he embarked on an artistic journey deeply rooted in classical tradition yet propelled by the fervor of his time—a period marked by fervent religious conviction and a fascination with grand narratives of history and heroism. His formative years were spent under the tutelage of Girodet, a celebrated portraitist whose influence instilled in Colin a meticulous attention to detail and a profound understa…