The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun by Louise-Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun

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Author Vigée-Lebrun, Louise-Elisabeth, 1755-1842
Translator Strachey, Lionel, 1864-1927
Title The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun
Note Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun" by Louise-Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This engaging memoir captures the life and artistic journey of the author, a notable portrait painter in 18th-century France, providing a unique perspective on the cultural and social milieu of her time. The memoir covers her early childhood, her rise to fame, and her experiences at the court of Marie Antoinette, amidst the backdrop of the French Revolution. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to Vigée-Lebrun's early life, marked by a fervent passion for painting that manifested from childhood. It details her relationship with her father, who encouraged her artistic talents, her mother's strict upbringing, and the loss of her father, which deeply affected her. As she recounts her formative years, Vigée-Lebrun reflects on her artistic growth, her interactions with influential figures of Paris, and the beginnings of her career, setting the stage for her future prominence within the artistic community. This opening portion lays a foundation for understanding her personality, ambitions, and the societal influences that shaped her life and work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ND: Fine Arts: Painting
Subject Vigée-Lebrun, Louise-Elisabeth, 1755-1842
Subject Painters -- France -- Biography
Subject Portrait painting, French -- 18th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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