Philippe Auguste Cazier-Charpentier: A Parisian Portraitist of the Second Empire Auguste Charpentier, born Philippe Auguste Cazier-Charpentier in Paris on January 29th, 1813, and passing away in 1880, remains a captivating figure within the artistic landscape of 19th-century France. More than just a painter, he was a dedicated portraitist who skillfully captured the essence of his era’s most prominent personalities – from literary giants like Alexandre Dumas and George Sand to celebrated actresses such as Mademoiselle Rachel and Marie Delaporte. His work offers a valuable glimpse into the so…