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Portrait of a Lady as Sappho, (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of a Lady as Sappho, (oil on canvas)
990117 Portrait of a Lady as Sappho, (oil on canvas) by Vigee-Lebrun, Elisabeth Louise (1755-1842) (attr. to); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady as Sappho. Attributed to Elisabeth Louise Vigee-Lebrun (1755-1842). Oil on canvas. 76.2 x 63.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23292764
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Accessories Attr Attributed Brown Hair Brunette Dark Hair Document Documentation Early 19th Century Early Nineteenth Century Female Garment Fiction Headband Named Poet Neo Classic Neo Classicism Neoclassic Neoclassical Art Neoclassicism Old Master Paintings Personal Accessory Sappho Using Hands Vigee Le Brun Vigee Lebrun White Color Woman Alone Accessory Artist French Elisabeth Louise Vigee Lebrun Elizabeth Louise Vigee Lebrun Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Lady as Sappho" is an oil painting on canvas attributed to the renowned French artist Elisabeth Louise Vigee-Lebrun. Measuring 76.2 x 63.5cm, this exquisite piece belongs to a private collection and showcases the talent and mastery of neoclassical art. The subject of the painting is a striking woman with brown hair, standing elegantly in her neoclassical apparel. Her posture exudes confidence and grace, while her dark hair beautifully frames her face. The artist captures every detail flawlessly, from the intricate accessories she wears to the fine garments that drape over her figure. This portrait pays homage to Sappho, an ancient Greek poet known for her lyrical poetry about love and desire. The lady depicted here embodies both strength and vulnerability, reflecting the essence of Sappho's poetic voice. Vigee-Lebrun's skillful brushwork brings out the depth and emotion in this artwork. The use of color adds richness to the composition while highlighting the subject's Caucasian ethnicity. As we gaze upon this masterpiece, we are transported back in time to early 19th century France when neoclassicism was at its peak. This painting serves as a testament not only to Vigee-Lebrun's artistic prowess but also to the enduring power of portraiture as a medium for capturing beauty and storytelling. Overall, "Portrait of a Lady as Sappho" is an extraordinary example of fine art that continues to captivate viewers with its timeless elegance and evocative portrayal of femininity.
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