Madame Rousseau and Her Daughter

Title: Madame Rousseau and Her Daughter

Artist: Elisabeth Vigee Lebrun

Date: 1789

The reason I chose this painting is because it reminded me of Vigee Lebrun's self-portrait with her daughter. This is another work of art with the theme of "Happy Mothers." Madame Rousseau was the wife of the reknown architect Pierre Rousseau. She is well-dressed. The lighting reveals the sheen of her dress, and the detail of the folds add texture. The red, green, and blue colors are rich and beautiful. She is gently holding her daughter's hand. The little girl looks happy and content. She is not making direct eye contact with the viewer like her mother. This painting conveys Madame Rousseau tenderness as a loving mother.