Explore the extraordinary life of Elizabeth Vigée Le Brun, the celebrated 18th-century artist known for her portraits of Marie Antoinette and European aristocracy. This episode delves into her rise to fame, her survival through the French Revolution, and her enduring legacy in art history. Join us as we uncover the story of a woman whose talent transcended the turbulence of her times, leaving behind a rich portfolio that continues to captivate art lovers around the world.

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Table of Contents for this Episode

• Today on the podcast
• Podcast supporters
• New VoiceMap Food Tour
• The Magazine Segment of the Podcast
• Introduction to Elisabeth Vigée Lebrun
• Elisabeth’s Early Interest in Art
• Elisabeth’s Artistic Style and Inspiration
• Elisabeth’s Personal Life and Family
• Elisabeth’s Rise to Fame
• The Exile of Elisabeth Vigée Lebrun
• In Exile
• Elisabeth’s Journey Across Europe
• Life in Russia and Return to France
• The Blacklist and the Revolution
• Returning to France
• Elisabeth’s Relationship with Bonaparte Family
• Exile to England and Return to France
• Elisabeth’s Later Life and Legacy
• Rediscovery and Recognition of Elisabeth’s Work
• Contemporary Art and Portrait Painting
• Thank you, patrons
• New patrons
• Reviews of the VoiceMap Tours
• Bonjour and VIP service explained
• Olympics sites
• Next week on the podcast
• Copyright