Marius Borgeaud (Swiss, 1861-1924)

 
 Jeune fille lisant (c. 1918)
oil on canvas 65 x 54 cm

Marius Borgeaud (1861-1924) was a Swiss painter known for his landscapes and still lifes. He was born in Payerne, Switzerland and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Borgeaud was a member of the Société des Artistes Français and the Salon d'Automne, and his work was exhibited widely in France and Switzerland. He was known for his attention to detail and his ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of his subjects. Borgeaud's work can be found in private and public collections around the world.