Self-Portrait with Two Pupils, Marie Gabrielle Capet (1761–1818) and Marie Marguerite Carraux de Rosemond (1765–1788)

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

Created:
Movement:
1785
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Feminine mentorship, Artistic self-representation
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Dimensions:
83 x 59 1/2 in. (210.8 x 151.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Self-Portrait with Two Pupils by Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard painted "Self-Portrait with Two Pupils, Marie Gabrielle Capet (1761–1818) and Marie Marguerite Carraux de Rosemond (1765–1788)" in 1785, utilizing oil on canvas to create this significant work. The painting is notable for its depiction of the artist alongside her two female students, highlighting Labille-Guiard's role as a mentor and advocate for women in the arts during the late 18th century. This work is celebrated for its intricate detail and the artist's skillful use of light and texture, which exemplify the Rococo style's elegance and sophistication. Labille-Guiard was one of the first women to be admitted to the prestigious Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture in 1783, marking a significant achievement in her career and for women artists of her time. The painting not only serves as a testament to her artistic prowess but also underscores her commitment to advancing the status of women in the art world. Through this work, Labille-Guiard challenges the traditional male-dominated narrative of art history, asserting the presence and capability of women artists.

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Self-Portrait with Two Pupils by Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

Created in 1785, "Self-Portrait with Two Pupils, Marie Gabrielle Capet and Marie Marguerite Carraux de Rosemond" by Adélaïde Labille-Guiard is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Rococo style with its intricate detail and elegant composition. The artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the artist alongside her two female students, highlighting her role as a mentor and her advocacy for women in the arts.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Self-Portrait with Two Pupils, Marie Gabrielle Capet (1761–1818) and Marie Marguerite Carraux de Rosemond (1765–1788)