Created:
Movement:
1773
Rococo
key Notes:
Rococo elegance, Intimate communication
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Dimensions:
32 3/4 x 26 3/8 in. (83.2 x 67 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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The Love Letter by Jean-Honoré Fragonard

The Love Letter, painted by Jean-Honoré Fragonard in 1773, is an exemplary work of the Rococo style, characterized by its playful elegance and intricate detail. This oil on canvas painting captures the intimate and whimsical nature of romantic correspondence, a common theme in Fragonard's oeuvre. The artist's use of soft, pastel colors and fluid brushwork enhances the painting's lighthearted and intimate atmosphere. Fragonard, a prominent figure in 18th-century French art, was known for his ability to convey emotion and narrative through his dynamic compositions. His work, including The Love Letter, reflects the societal shift towards personal expression and leisure during the Rococo period. Fragonard's influence is evident in the way he captured the essence of his era, leaving a lasting impact on the development of European art.

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The Love Letter by Jean-Honoré Fragonard

The Love Letter, painted by Jean-Honoré Fragonard in 1773, is an oil on canvas that exemplifies the Rococo style with its playful and intimate depiction of a young woman reading a letter. The artwork is characterized by its soft brushwork and pastel color palette, and it is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Love Letter