Marie Denise Villers

Marie Denise Villers was a French painter born in 1774 and active until her death in 1800. She is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and individualism in art. Villers is best known for her portraits, particularly her self-portrait, which showcases her skill in capturing the psychological depth of her subjects. Despite her short life, her work contributed to the visibility of women artists in a predominantly male-dominated field. The details of her early life and training remain largely unknown, but her legacy continues to inspire contemporary discussions about gender in art.