Jehan Georges Vibert

Jehan Georges Vibert (1840-1902) was a French painter known for his humorous and satirical scenes of everyday life, often featuring clergymen and monks. Vibert began his artistic career as a student of François-Édouard Picot and exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1863 onwards. His work was well-received, and he was awarded a number of honors, including the Légion d'honneur in 1867. Vibert's paintings are characterized by their meticulous attention to detail and their use of bright, vibrant colors. He often employed a comic, exaggerated style, and his works frequently satirized the hypocrisy of the Church and the foibles of human nature. Vibert's art enjoyed great popularity in his lifetime, and his paintings are still widely admired today for their wit, skill, and charm.