Antoinette-Elisabeth-Marie dAguesseau 1756-1828 Countess of Segur, 1785
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Elisabeth Vigee-Lebrun's Antoinette-Elisabeth-Marie dAguesseau 1756-1828 Countess of Segur, 1785 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The 1785 portrait of Antoinette-Elisabeth-Marie d'Aguesseau, Countess of Ségur, by Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun is a quintessential example of late 18th-century French portraiture’s elegance and refinement. Vigée Le Brun, Marie Antoinette’s favorite painter, captures the Countess in a moment of serene sophistication, her delicate features softened by diffused light and her attire rendered in luxurious silk and lace. The composition balances intimacy and grandeur, with warm, rosy tones enhancing the sitter’s youthful grace. Completed on the cusp of the French Revolution, this work exemplifies Vigée Le Brun’s mastery of Rococo charm tempered by Neoclassical restraint, bridging two artistic eras. As one of the few successful female artists of her time, Vigée Le Brun’s portraits of aristocratic women, like this one, are celebrated for their psychological depth and technical brilliance, securing her legacy in art history.
For display, this portrait thrives in a refined setting—consider a formal living room, library, or executive office where its historical gravitas can shine. Opt for a gilded Louis XVI-style frame to harmonize with its era, and hang it at eye level as a focal point against neutral-toned walls (soft grays or creams) to let the warm pinks and golds pop. Complement the painting with furnishings echoing its sophistication: a carved wood console table, velvet upholstery in muted jewel tones, and subdued metallic accents. If the space allows, a medium-to-large size reproduction (24"x30" or 36"x48") ensures visibility without overwhelming. Pair it with directed lighting—a picture light or nearby sconces—to echo the original’s luminous quality, creating a timeless vignette of 18th-century elegance.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
