A Parisian Beginnings and the Embrace of Neoclassicism Jérôme-Martin Langlois, born in Paris in 1779, emerged as a significant voice within the refined world of French Neoclassical painting. His artistic journey began under the tutelage of Jacques-Louis David, the preeminent figurehead of the movement and a master whose influence would indelibly shape Langlois’s aesthetic sensibilities. David quickly recognized a spark of talent in the young artist, welcoming him as one of his favored pupils. This mentorship proved invaluable, providing Langlois with a rigorous foundation in draftsmanship, c…