Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Jean-Honoré Fragonard was a French painter born on April 5, 1732, in Grasse, France, and he passed away on August 22, 1806, in Paris. He is renowned for his association with the Rococo movement, characterized by its ornate and playful themes, as well as its lightness and elegance. Fragonard's work is celebrated for its exuberant use of color and fluid brushwork, exemplified in masterpieces such as "The Swing" and "The Progress of Love" series. He trained under François Boucher and won the prestigious Prix de Rome, which allowed him to study in Italy, significantly influencing his artistic development. Despite the decline of Rococo's popularity during the French Revolution, Fragonard's legacy endures as a quintessential representation of 18th-century French art. His contributions to the decorative arts and his ability to capture the spirit of his era have cemented his status as a pivotal figure in art history.