Berthe Matrod-Desmurs

1859–1944 (age 85)

Biography

Berthe Matrod-Desmurs (1859–1944) painted with a delicate yet assured touch, contributing to the rich cultural life of Paris and forging a path as a woman artist within a vibrant community. Her canvases reveal a thoughtful observer tuned to the subtleties of light and emotion.

She remained connected to the artists of Montparnasse and now rests at Montparnasse Cemetery, where visitors honor the quiet strength and grace of her work.

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