The painting Portrait of Madame Grand (Nol-Catherine Verle, 1761-1835) by lisabeth Louise Vige Le Brun is a spectacular example of 18^th-century portraiture. Its delicate brushwork captivates the viewer with its attention to detail and its warm, gentle expression. In the painting, a woman of distinction is depicted in a three-quarter profile in an outdoor setting rendered in muted shades of pink and blue.

The painting captures its subject's elegance, as Madame Grand wears a low-cut dress of blue and pink stripes and transparent sleeves. Her head is adorned with a large white and pink turban around which is brought decorative sashes in similar colors. The back of her dress is pleated to allow the shoulders of the lady to be seen, while the delicate folds and the lace in blue, pink, and white harmoniously blend to reproduce the three-dimensionality of the subject.

The bust of Madame Grand is slightly turned, accentuating the motion of the dress. The painting reveals a woman of beauty, grace, and delicate refinement, gifted with a timeless allure. The brushstrokes are carefully applied to create a soft, delicate texture that brings about a dreamy atmosphere. The light, coming from an unknown source, adds to the mystery and enriches the composition by illuminating elements from the dress and face of the woman, creating a truly captivating masterpiece.

The woman in the painting is portrayed in a formal dress with a flowing skirt, the bodice accentuating her graceful curves, and the shoulder scarf providing slight movement and life to the dress. The fabric of her dress is highlighted by the soft light coming from the unknown source, adding greys and blues to the brown, yellow, and pink tones, highlighting the realism of each element of the painting. The details of her face are expertly depicted, including her deep eyes, long thin nose, and delicate lips, The background is composed of a blurred landscape and two small figures, adding depth to the painting. The painting is set in a romantic mood, with the woman's subtle smile and dreamy gaze. In contrast to the cool blues, the warm colors create perfect harmony and balance, making this a perfect example of romantic art. The painting vividly portrays emotion and is sure to captivate viewers.

The one at the top is the earlier formal analysis.

For your final formal analysis, revisit one of your earlier formal analysis assignments, making sure to add historical and religious context as well as any other topics we have covered that might be applicable (such as heritage and ethical concerns).

Improve your earlier observations and descriptions and add contextual information. Make your formal analysis also an art historical analysis. DO NOT simply add the edits I have made; this will not count as a rewrite. You need to work to improve the overall quality of the original analysis. This may include adding further observations, fixing grammar problems, etc.

Add the following elements to your analysis:

Tell us what culture and/or style it came from. Is this piece typical of works of art from that culture and time? Why or why not?

Tell us any more information we should know about the content of the piece. What was it originally supposed to mean? Is there a story behind why it was created? Did it spark controversy or change?