Alexandre Charles Emmanuel de Crussol-Florensac (1743–1815)

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Created:
Movement:
1787
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Aristocratic Portraiture, Neoclassical Elegance
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Dimensions:
35 3/8 x 25 1/2 in. (89.9 x 64.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun's "Alexandre Charles Emmanuel de Crussol-Florensac (1743–1815)"

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun, a prominent French portraitist of the late 18th century, painted "Alexandre Charles Emmanuel de Crussol-Florensac (1743–1815)" in 1787 using oil on wood. This work exemplifies her skill in capturing the elegance and status of her subjects, a hallmark of her artistic style. Vigée Le Brun was renowned for her ability to convey the personality and social standing of her sitters, which contributed to her success in the courts of Europe. Her portraits often reflect the opulence and refinement of the Ancien Régime, making them significant historical documents of the era. The painting of de Crussol-Florensac is a testament to her mastery in portraiture, showcasing her adept use of color and composition. As one of the few female artists of her time to achieve such acclaim, Vigée Le Brun's work continues to be celebrated for its artistic and historical significance.

Description of the work:

The painting "Alexandre Charles Emmanuel de Crussol-Florensac (1743–1815)" by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun, created in 1787, is an oil on wood portrait that exemplifies the refined elegance and attention to detail characteristic of 18th-century French portraiture. The artwork captures the aristocratic demeanor of its subject, reflecting the artist's skill in rendering both the physical likeness and the social status of her sitters.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Alexandre Charles Emmanuel de Crussol-Florensac (1743–1815)