Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun 1755 – 1842

Biography

Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun was born on April 16, 1755, in Paris, France, during a vibrant period of artistic achievement. She devoted her life to portrait painting, becoming one of the notable French artists of her era. Through her work, she contributed to the rich cultural heritage of eighteenth and nineteenth-century Europe.

Her career spanned decades, during which she developed her craft and built a reputation as a skilled portraitist. Working in Paris and beyond, she engaged with the artistic traditions of her time while establishing her own distinctive presence in the field. Her dedication to her art reflected the passions and pursuits that defined her life’s work.

Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun lived a long life, passing away on March 30, 1842, also in Paris, at an advanced age. She was laid to rest at Louveciennes Cemetery in Louveciennes, France, where her legacy continues to be remembered. Her years of artistic endeavor left an enduring mark on the portrait painting tradition of her era.