Description: (French Symbolist Painter Known for His Erotic Paintings of Mythological and Religious Subjects)
Gustave Moreau was a French artist known for his influential role in the Symbolist movement. He created over 15,000 paintings, watercolors, and drawings, focusing on allegorical, biblical, and mythological themes. Moreau's work fell out of popularity in the early 20th century but experienced a resurgence in the 1960s and 70s. He was also a skilled teacher, influencing artists such as Henri Matisse and Georges Rouault.