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Madame Dugazon in the Role of “Nina”

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun French

1787

Not on view

Here, Vigée Le Brun presents a major figure of the theatrical world—the actress, dancer, and singer Dugazon (1755–1831)—in the most memorable role of her career. The artist relates that she saw this famous performer in the title role of Nina, ou La Folle par amour (The Woman Crazed with Love) "at least twenty times." Nina rises from the bench, her expression animated, her eyes open wide, as she listens for the voice of her lover.

Madame Dugazon in the Role of “Nina”, 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: Madame Dugazon in the Role of “Nina”

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

Date: 1787

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 57 1/2 × 45 1/4 in. (146 × 115 cm)
Frame: 78 3/4 × 60 5/8 in. (200 × 154 cm)

Classification: Paintings

Credit Line: Private collection

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