Madame du Barry as Hebe

Artist: Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun
Artwork: Madame du Barry as Hebe
Description: Painted in 1781, this portrait depicts Madame du Barry as Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth. She is shown pouring nectar from a pitcher into a cup held by an eagle, the bird of Zeus. The painting is a fine example of Vigee Le Brun’s skill as a portraitist, and it captures the beauty and charm of her subject.
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