Eugène DELACROIX is rewarded at the Universal Exhibition of 1855.

Eugène Delacroix (1798.1863)

Autograph letter signed to the art critic Jules-Joseph Arnoux.

One page in-8°.

[Paris]. November 17, 1855

Delacroix thanks his friend for an article on his reward at the Universal Exhibition.

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“My dear Arnoux, I read with great pleasure what you inserted about me in La Patrie du 15: I recognize there your benevolence which did not fail me, when encouragement was rare and which I still find Today. I will in turn praise you for the composition of your article and the simple and striking way in which you have captured the spirit of the ceremony. Thank you a thousand times my dear friend, looking forward to shaking your hand. Your all devoted. Ugh. Delacroix. »

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During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, Delacroix exhibited several works, including, according to his wish, Liberty Leading the People . On this occasion, he received a medal of honor and was elevated to the rank of Commander of the Legion of Honor.