A Life Between Two Worlds Joseph Franque was born in Buis-les-Baronnies, France, in 1774. He was a twin, sharing a life and a vocation with his brother Jean-Pierre Franque. The two brothers moved to Paris together, seeking a way to make their mark through portraiture. In 1792, they received financial support from the National Convention to continue their studies. They eventually became students of Jacques-Louis David, a connection that…