Concert Champêtre

Jean-Baptiste Joseph Pater

Created:

Movement:

1739

Rococo

key Notes:

Pastoral Gathering, Rococo Elegance

Dimensions:

20 1/2 x 26 3/4 in. (52.1 x 67.9 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Concert Champêtre," created by Jean-Baptiste Joseph Pater in 1739, depicts a pastoral scene featuring elegantly dressed figures engaged in music and leisure, reflecting the Rococo style's emphasis on pleasure and nature. The painting is notable for its vibrant colors and intricate details, characteristic of Pater's work, and is currently housed in the collection of the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Description of the work:

"Concert Champêtre" by Jean-Baptiste Joseph Pater features a pastoral scene where figures are engaged in a musical gathering amidst a lush landscape, characterized by soft, naturalistic colors and delicate brushwork. The composition is balanced, with a harmonious arrangement of figures and foliage that evokes a sense of tranquility and leisure typical of the Rococo style.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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