Comtesse de la Châtre (Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglaé Bontemps, 1762–1848)

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Created:
Movement:
1789
Rococo
key Notes:
Aristocratic Elegance, Neoclassical Portraiture
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Dimensions:
45 x 34 1/2 in. (114.3 x 87.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Comtesse de la Châtre by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Comtesse de la Châtre, painted in 1789 by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun, is an exemplary work of portraiture from the late 18th century. The painting, executed in oil on canvas, captures the elegance and poise of Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglaé Bontemps, reflecting the artist's skill in rendering both likeness and personality. Vigée Le Brun, a prominent portraitist of her time, was renowned for her ability to convey the grace and sophistication of her subjects, often members of the aristocracy. Her work is significant for its contribution to the Rococo and Neoclassical styles, bridging the transition between these artistic movements. As one of the few female artists to achieve acclaim in her era, Vigée Le Brun's portraits offer valuable insights into the fashion and social dynamics of pre-revolutionary France. This painting, created on the cusp of the French Revolution, holds historical importance as it represents the waning days of the Ancien Régime.

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Comtesse de la Châtre by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

The painting "Comtesse de la Châtre" by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun, created in 1789, is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the Rococo style with its elegant depiction of the French aristocracy. The artwork captures the refined grace of Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglaé Bontemps, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering delicate textures and sophisticated attire.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Comtesse de la Châtre (Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglaé Bontemps, 1762–1848)