Portrait of Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, Marquise de Sévigné 1600 - 1700

This pastel drawing by Claude Lefèbvre, a French artist working in the 17th century, depicts Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, Marquise de Sévigné, a prominent figure in French society. The intimate portrait captures her elegant features, with her delicate pearl necklace highlighting the refined fashion of the era. The soft pastel technique provides a delicate and ethereal quality, typical of portraiture during this time. This work is a testament to Lefèbvre's skill in capturing the likeness and subtle emotions of his subject. The drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the lives of French aristocracy in the 17th century.