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Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet, c. 1790 (oil on wood)
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Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet, c. 1790 (oil on wood)
5667211 Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet, c.1790 (oil on wood) by Greuze, Jean Baptiste (1725-1805); 64.1 x 53.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Anne Antoinette Desmoulins (1743-1817) married the actor and theatrical manager Jean-Baptiste Nicolet (1728-1796) in 1766. A member of his troupe from young, she played lovers and later character roles in plays and pantomimes, retiring in 1780 to manage his TheAtre de la gaAtA©.); French, out of copyright
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Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet - A Captivating Portrait of Elegance and Talent
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. This stunning oil painting, created by the renowned French artist Jean Baptiste Greuze in 1790, captures the essence of Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet. The portrait showcases a woman of grace and beauty, dressed in an exquisite gown with a delicate headdress adorning her head. Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet, also known as Anne Antoinette Desmoulins, was not only a captivating actress but also the wife of actor and theatrical manager Jean-Baptiste Nicolet. Born in 1743, she dedicated her life to the stage from a young age and played various roles throughout her career. In this neoclassical masterpiece, Madame Nicolet is depicted seated in an interior setting with a book in hand. Her direct gaze suggests both intelligence and confidence as she immerses herself in literature. This portrayal highlights her middle-class background and intellectual pursuits. As one of France's most celebrated actresses during the Rococo era, Madame Nicolet entertained audiences with her talent on stage until retiring in 1780 to manage "Theatre de la Gaite". Her contributions to French theater were significant during this time period marked by social change and political unrest leading up to the French Revolution. Now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this painting serves as a testament to Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet's legacy as both an esteemed actress and influential
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