1838 - 1909

Quick facts

  • Also known as:
    • Pauline Elise Léonide Bourges
    • Pauline Elisa Léonide Bourges
    • Bourges dauvers
    • Bourges
    • Mad. Bourges
  • Art period: 19th Century
  • Works on this site: 1
  • Museums on this site: Bowes Museum
  • Top 3 works: The House of Monsieur Edouard Frère at Écouen, France
  • Died: 1909

The Life and Art of Léonide Bourges

Born in Paris, France, Léonide Bourges was a painter who emerged in the mid-nineteenth century. The daughter of an art dealer, she received formal training under several notable masters, including Théodore Frédéric Salmon, Pierre Édouard Frère, and Charles-François Daubigny. Her professional journey began at the Salon in 1857, where she presented her still life works. Throughout her career, her repertoire expanded to include genre scenes, landscapes, and still lifes, often practicing plein air painting.

Bourges was a central figure in the artistic community of Auvers-sur-Oise, where she resided from 1874 until her death. She was part of a social circle that gathered at the Café de la Station, which included figures such as Camille Corot and Honoré Daumier. Her connection to Daubigny was particularly significant; she was a friend of the artist and later organized a subscription to erect a monument in his honor following his passing.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

The artist's body of work is represented in various public collections, including the Bowes Museum, the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Reims, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Morlaix. Her documented works include:

In addition to her paintings, Bourges produced various drawings, such as studies of the Romanesque Chapel of Auvers and the church bell tower of Auvers. Her work has been exhibited in several locations, including London and various salons, and she was honored with a medal at an exhibition in Saint-Germain.

问答详情

Léonide Bourges 的创作时期属于哪个历史阶段?

Léonide Bourges 的创作活跃于 19th Century 时期,这一时期确立了艺术家在艺术史上的地位。

Léonide Bourges 来自哪里?

Léonide Bourges 出生于 France。

Léonide Bourges 出生于何时何地?

Léonide Bourges 于 1838 出生于 former 7th arrondissement of Paris。

如何按特定色调查找 Léonide Bourges 的作品?

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Quick quiz

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题目 1:
In which city was Léonide Bourges born?
题目 2:
Which artist was a friend of Léonide Bourges and hosted her on his boat, Le Bottin?
题目 3:
What type of subjects did Bourges debut with at the Salon in 1857?
题目 4:
Where is Léonide Bourges buried?
题目 5:
Which artist's influence led Bourges to practice plein air painting?