Sense & Sensibility by Kirsten Tambling
Kirsten Tambling reviews "Mrs Kauffman and Madame Le Brun: The Entwined Lives of Two Great Eighteenth-Century Women Artists" by Franny Moyle.
18th Century Women Artists
Angelica Kauffman was a talented artist and musician. She played the glass harmonica, cittern, and recited poetry to her guests.
Her large expressive eyes devoutly cast upwards
as described by Danish poet Helfrich Peter Sturz in 1768. Kauffman's artistic skills were also evident in her portraits, such as the 1767 depiction of the Duchess of Brunswick.
- Played the glass harmonica and cittern
- Recited poetry to guests
- Portrayed the Duchess of Brunswick in 1767
Author's summary: Review of 18th century women artists.
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