Elizabeth-Marie-Suzanne Le Detz c. 1720

This terracotta bust of Elizabeth-Marie-Suzanne Le Detz, created circa 1720 by the French sculptor Jean-Louis Lemoyne, portrays the subject with a delicate and realistic style typical of the Rococo period. The intricate details of her elaborate hairstyle and the draped fabric of her clothing showcase Lemoyne's skilled hand and attention to detail. The bust's warm, earthy tones, achieved through the use of terracotta, further contribute to the lifelike quality of the portrait. The subject's expression, captured in a moment of contemplation, evokes a sense of elegance and refinement, characteristic of the aristocratic portraiture prevalent during this era.