Alexandre Francia ( 1820 - 1884 ) was a painter. Alexandre Francia s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 1184.54 USD for The city ablaze in 2004 to 4811.06 USD for Vue des quais à Paris avec le Louvre et Notre Dame au fond in 2016 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.