A sumptuous monograph of the renowned portraitist and friend of Marie Antoinette in Revolutionary France Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun (1755–1842) was one of the greatest 18th-century French painters and among the most important women artists of all time. Celebrated for her expressive portraits of French royalty and aristocracy; especially of her patron and friend Marie Antoinette; she exemplified artistic success and personal resourcefulness in an age when women were rarely allowed either. Forced to flee France during the Revolution; Le Brun traveled throughout Europe for sixteen years; painting royal and noble sitters in the courts of Naples; Russia; Austria; Poland; and Germany. She returned to France in 1805; under the reign of Emperor Napoleon I; where her artistic career continued to flourish. Alongside 85 of her finest paintings and drawings from international museums and collections; this handsome volume details Vigée Le Brun’s story; portraying a talented and intelligent artist who was able to negotiate a shifting political and geographic landscape. Providing further context for the life of this extraordinary individual; essays by international experts address topics such as her travels in exile and the position of women artists in the Salons.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great Book for many uses and research!By Kim T. CurtisThis book covers both US and CSA uniforms from the Generals all the way down to the lowliest recruit! The color photos and the black and white photos are a real plus. A great deal of research went into compiling the massive (this is not a light book!) amount of information!Well worth the money and the time it will take one to absorb the information. A great reference book!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Ok Book on UniformsBy SchieftainAs far as detailed information goes; there isn't much here I didn't already have in Arms Equipment of the Civil War by Coggins. There are a lot of photos; but they are mostly black white historic shots. There are a few nice color illustrations; could be a lot more. And a few shots showing groups of accessories; which could be identified better. Not an exhaustive research reference; but ok for basic understanding.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Uniforms of the ACWBy M. DuncanA good guide for those that are interested in re-enactments. Limited color plates will not be of much help to the wargamer; however the history of the CSA uniforms is rather interesting.
