 Complete the following phrase:  During the 1880s, he gained more widespread recognition and his ficial situation improved. Many of his works were popularized by major periodicals such as LIllustration. He also produced fewer historical paintings and concentrated on portraits in a Naturalistic style. Eventually, he was able to purchase property in Normandy. In 1888, he married Eugénie Poumian. They had three daughters. His reputation was assured when he was awarded a medal at the 