Anselm Feuerbach (1829–1880) was a German painter and a leading figure in the Neoclassical movement. Trained at the Düsseldorf School, he later studied in Munich and Paris, absorbing influences from both German Romanticism and French academic painting. Feuerbach is known for his large-scale historical and mythological compositions, which often feature classical subjects rendered with a focus on idealized beauty and harmonious design. Unlike his contemporary William-Adolphe Bouguereau, Feuerbach's works often display complex arrangements and dramatic themes rather than simplicity. Highly regarded during his lifetime, his paintings are now displayed in prominent galleries across Germany.