Fernand Pelez: A Chronicle of Parisian Shadows Fernand Pelez, a French painter born in Paris in 1843 and tragically passing away in 1913, remains a compelling figure within the history of late 19th-century art. His journey is one marked by both artistic promise and profound isolation, culminating in a rediscovery of his poignant social realism decades after his death. Pelez’s story isn't simply that of an artist; it’s a reflection of the shifting social landscape of Paris during a period of rapid industrialization and growing urban poverty – themes he relentlessly confronted through his art.…