Jean Victor Bertin - Artist

Jean Victor Bertin was a French painter of historical landscapes in Italy. Best known for his minute detail and classical style, he won the French Prix D Encouragement in 1799 and his works were recognised in 1808 with a Gold Medal, First Class, with a value of 250 Francs. He was granted the Legion of Honneur! Many high class people and leading Statesmen of the day regularly bought his works of art.