2. -She was born in Paris, France on
April 16th, 1755
-When her mother remarried, they
moved to Saint-Honoré close to the
Palais Royal. During this period
Elisabeth benefited by the advice of
Gabriel Francois Doyen, Jean
Baptiste Greuze, Joseph Vernet and
other masters of the period.
-By the time she was in her early teens,
Elisabeth was painting portraits
professionally.
Self Portrait, oil on canvas
1781
3. -Neoclassical painter from France;
movement in the arts that draws
upon Western classical art and
culture.
-recognized as the most famous
woman painter of the 18th century.
-Her style is Rococo:
-style from 18th century
-originated from decorative
arts
-consists of delicate colors &
curving forms
Portrait of Marie
Antoinette; oil on
canvas 1783
4. -She was invited to paint portraits of the
Queen Marie Antoinette
& her family over the years.
-Over a course of 6 years, Elisabeth
painted over 30 portraits of the Quen &
her family.
Marie Antoinette; oil
on canvas 1783
5. -During the French Revolution her
family & herself had to flee France, so
for several years she lived in Italy,
Austria and Russia where she was greatly
inspired.
-She was inspired to try new
techniques such as using thin coats
of paint to create effects of
luminosity & depth.
6. -During her life time she created
over 200 pieces.
Self Portrait;
oil on canvas 1790
