French Revolution: Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun, Marie Antionette's Portrait Artist

Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the French Revolution, had a taste for luxury and commissioned over 30 portraits from Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun. During the turbulent times of the revolution, Élisabeth wisely fled Paris, traveling across Europe to Italy, Austria, and Russia, where she continued to showcase her exceptional talents.
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Élisabeth's journey from poverty to artistic fame was marked by dedication and resilience. She honed her skills by copying famous artworks and was eventually admitted to the prestigious Royal Academy of Painting, despite the academy's historical resistance to female artists.
Beyond her artistic prowess, Élisabeth was known for her vibrant social life, hosting lavish parties filled with music, dance, and intellectual discussions.
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