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Mme L... (Laure Borreau), 1863. Creator: Gustave Courbet (French, 1819-1877)
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Mme L... (Laure Borreau), 1863. Creator: Gustave Courbet (French, 1819-1877)
Mme L... (Laure Borreau), 1863. Painted during Courbets stay in the Saintonge region of western France, this portrait depicts Laure Borreau, owner of a fabric store and ladies confectionery. As the leader of the Realist movement in France, Courbet aimed to convey his democratic and socialist ideals by portraying ordinary people in a truthful, unidealized manner. While considering himself a radical innovator, Courbet nonetheless exhibited this portrait under the title Mme L... at the Paris Salon of 1863
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Gustave Courbet Oil On Fabric 1819 1877
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This print showcases Gustave Courbet's iconic painting, "Mme L. . . (Laure Borreau), 1863". Created during Courbet's time in the Saintonge region of western France, this portrait beautifully captures Laure Borreau, a remarkable woman who owned a fabric store and ladies' confectionery. As the leader of the Realist movement in France, Courbet aimed to break away from traditional artistic conventions by depicting ordinary people in an honest and unidealized manner. Through his brushstrokes, he sought to convey his democratic and socialist ideals to society. Despite considering himself a radical innovator, Courbet surprisingly exhibited this portrait under the enigmatic title "Mme L. . " at the prestigious Paris Salon of 1863. This decision added an air of mystery and intrigue to the artwork. The oil on fabric technique employed by Courbet brings out every intricate detail of Laure Borreau's features and attire. Her expression exudes strength and determination while simultaneously revealing vulnerability. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this Heritage Art print allows art enthusiasts to appreciate Courbet's masterful craftsmanship up close. It serves as a testament to his ability to capture not only physical likeness but also the essence of his subjects' personalities. Through this powerful image, we are transported back in time to witness both Laure Borreau's individuality as well as Gustave Courbet's revolutionary approach towards artistry during 19th-century France.
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