Portrait of Baroness Gourgaud with Pink Coat (1923) by Marie Laurencin

Portrait of Baroness Gourgaud with Pink Coat - Marie Laurencin - 1923

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Baroness Gourgaud with Pink Coat
ArtistMarie Laurencin
Date1923
Art MovementExpressionism

About Portrait of Baroness Gourgaud with Pink Coat

The artwork titled “Portrait of Baroness Gourgaud with Pink Coat” was crafted by the esteemed artist Marie Laurencin in the year 1923. This work exemplifies the Expressionism movement and falls under the genre of portraiture.

The artwork depicts a delicate and serene portrayal of a woman identified as Baroness Gourgaud. She is clad in a pink coat, which gracefully drapes over her shoulders, adding an air of elegance to the composition. Her countenance is soft and ethereal, achieved through muted hues and gentle brushstrokes characteristic of Laurencin’s style. The baroness is adorned with accessories, including a string of pearls and earrings, further enhancing her sophisticated demeanor. Notably, she is accompanied by a small dog that she cradles tenderly in her lap, which adds a personal and intimate touch to the piece. The backdrop is rendered in subdued, greyish tones, allowing the figure to stand out prominently. The artist’s signature can be seen in the upper right corner, asserting the authenticity and personal essence conveyed in this portrait.

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