Madame Paul Escudier (Louise Lefevre)

John Singer Sargent

Created:
Movement:
1882
Realism
key Notes:
Elegant portraiture, refined realism
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Dimensions:
129.5 × 91.4 cm (51 × 36 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Madame Paul Escudier (Louise Lefevre)" by John Singer Sargent is a portrait of Louise Lefevre, the wife of Paul Escudier, a prominent figure in Parisian society. The painting exemplifies Sargent's skill in capturing the elegance and poise of his sitters, reflecting the artist's reputation as a leading portraitist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Description of the work:

The painting "Madame Paul Escudier (Louise Lefevre)" by John Singer Sargent features a seated female figure, elegantly attired in a dark, sumptuous gown, set against a muted background that accentuates her poised demeanor and refined features. Sargent's adept use of light and shadow highlights the texture of the fabric and the sitter's delicate complexion, demonstrating his mastery in capturing both the physical likeness and the subtle nuances of character.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Madame Paul Escudier (Louise Lefevre)