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Jacques François Le Sèvre

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun French

ca. 1774

Not on view

The artist’s stepfather, Monsieur Le Sèvre (1724–1810), was a gold- and silversmith who brought Vigée’s family to live above his shop on the rue Saint-Honoré. He is shown seated at a desk, reading, in a satin robe and nightcap, typical at-home attire for men of the time. The sympathetic portrayal belies the intense dislike Vigée felt for him. She accused him of hoarding her income.

Jacques François Le Sèvre, Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun (French, Paris 1755–1842 Paris), Oil on canvas — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Title: Jacques François Le Sèvre

Artist: Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun (French, Paris 1755–1842 Paris)

Date: ca. 1774

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 23 5/8 × 19 1/2 in. (60 × 49.5 cm)
Frame: 32 5/16 × 26 1/2 in. (82 × 67.3 cm)

Classification: Paintings

Credit Line: Private collection

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