Bernard d'Agesci

Bernard d'Agesci, was the pseudonym of Augustin Bernard (11 March 1756/57, Niort - 6 July 1828/29 Niort) a French painter of religious and mythological scenes and portraits. He displayed an early talent for art that was noticed by the Marquis d'Argenson, a noted art collector. In 1779, encouraged by this, he left Niort to visit the museums in Paris and pursue a career i...