Léonide Bourges, 1838 – 1909

The 1 Most Famous Paintings by Léonide Bourges

The painting that made Léonide Bourges famous is The House of Monsieur Edouard Frère at Écouen, France; it hangs in the Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle. Of the 1 works by Léonide Bourges in our catalogue, these 1 are the most admired, each presented with its date, its museum and what sets it apart.

Ranked by our popularity score, which combines the searches, visits and orders for each work. Updated November 2026. Every masterpiece on this page can be ordered as a museum-quality, hand-painted oil reproduction or a fine art print, at the size you choose.

Portrait of Léonide Bourges
Léonide Bourges · 1838 – 1909
Born · died
1838 – 1909, former 7th arrondissement of Paris
Works in our catalogue
1
Most famous
The House of Monsieur Edouard Frère at Écouen, France
Most works at
Bowes Museum

Léonide Bourges: the ten masterpieces

Where to see Léonide Bourges's paintings

The museum that holds the most of the paintings on this page.

Museum City Works by Léonide Bourges Paintings from this list
Bowes Museum, Barnard CastleBowes Museum Barnard Castle 1 The House of Monsieur Edouard Frère at Écouen, France

Léonide Bourges's masterpieces: questions and answers

Which painting is Léonide Bourges best known for?Show the answer

The House of Monsieur Edouard Frère at Écouen, France.

How many works did Léonide Bourges paint?Show the answer

Our catalogue lists 1 works by Léonide Bourges.

In which museums can I see Léonide Bourges's masterpieces?Show the answer

Most of them are in Bowes Museum (Barnard Castle). The table above lists the museums one by one.

Can I own a reproduction of a Léonide Bourges masterpiece?Show the answer

Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered as a museum-quality, hand-painted oil reproduction or a fine art print, in the size you choose, from the painting's own page.

The life of Léonide Bourges

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.