
Eugène DelacroixFrench, 1798–1863May one see it?
Cambridge, United States
It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.
1838
"Medea" Causes a Sensation at the Salon
Delacroix exhibited Medea About to Kill Her Children — his first major engagement with Greek mythology; the painting caused a sensation at the Salon and was quickly purchased by the state.
from 1844
Country House at Champrosay
In addition to his Paris home, from 1844 Delacroix lived in a small cottage at Champrosay, where he found rest in the countryside.
5 July 1846 · Award
Officer of the Legion of Honour