Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Ophelie (c. 1895) by Paul Steck Artist Notes: Paul Steck was a French painter known for historical scenes, portraits, and atmospheric landscapes. A student of the celebrated academic painter Jean-Léon Gérôme, Steck developed a polished, traditional style marked by careful drawing and rich detail. His subjects ranged from literary and biblical figures, such as Ophelia and Judith, to landscapes…