Marguerite Baudard de Saint James, Marquise de Puysegur

The painting Marguerite Baudard de Saint James, Marquise de Puysegur is a painting created by Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun in 1786. Currently in the Snite Museum of Art, the artwork measures 0.743 meter in width and 1.054 meter in height.

The painting depicts a young woman, Marguerite Baudard de Saint James, Marquise de Puysegur, a French aristocrat. She is elegantly attired in a vibrant red bodice with translucent white sleeves, a golden-brown skirt, and a wide-brimmed straw hat adorned with a delicate, sheer fabric. She stands gracefully beside a stone ledge, her left arm gently resting on a large earthenware jug. Her gaze is direct and engaging, drawing the viewer into the scene. The background features a subtle interplay of warm and cool tones, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate folds of the fabric, the delicate lace trim, and the subject's lifelike portrayal.