Mme Recamier (Gerard)
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Mme Recamier (Gerard)
JEANNE-FRANCOISE-JULIE- RECAMIER French social leader in a characteristic pose. Date: 1777 - 1849
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1777 1849 Characteristic Francoise Gerard Jeanne Julie Pose Recamier
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Mme Recamier, née Jeanne-Françoise-Julie Clary (1777-1849), was a prominent French social leader and a symbol of Parisian high society during the early 19th century. Known for her beauty, intelligence, and charisma, she was a favorite subject of many artists and writers of the time. In this portrait by an unknown artist, Mme Recamier is depicted in a characteristic pose, reclining on a chaise longue with one hand resting on her chest and the other holding a fan. Her elegant attire, composed of a flowing white dress and a shawl, accentuates her slender figure and refined elegance. The background, adorned with lush greenery and delicate flowers, adds to the serene and idyllic atmosphere of the image. Born into a wealthy and influential family, Mme Recamier married the Marquis de Recamier in 1804, and together they became the center of Parisian social life. Her salon, located in their elegant residence on the rue de Miromesnil, was a gathering place for the intellectual and artistic elite of the time, including Victor Hugo, Alfred de Musset, and Alphonse de Lamartine. Mme Recamier's influence extended beyond the social sphere, as she was also known for her philanthropic activities and her support of various charitable causes. Her tragic life was marked by the loss of her husband and several of her children, but she continued to be a beloved figure in French society until her death in 1849. This evocative portrait of Mme Recamier offers a glimpse into the opulence and sophistication of Parisian high society during the early 19th century, and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of this legendary figure.
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