Created:
Movement:
1730
Rococo
key Notes:
Rococo elegance, military leisure
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Dimensions:
21 1/4 x 25 3/4 in. (54 x 65.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Troops at Rest by Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Pater

Troops at Rest, painted in 1730 by Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Pater, is an exemplary work of the Rococo period, characterized by its light-hearted themes and delicate brushwork. Pater, a French artist, was a notable pupil of Antoine Watteau, whose influence is evident in Pater's use of color and composition. This painting captures a moment of leisure among soldiers, reflecting the Rococo's penchant for depicting scenes of everyday life with an air of elegance and charm. Pater's work is significant for its contribution to the genre of fête galante, a style that blends elements of the pastoral with the aristocratic. Despite his relatively short career, Pater's paintings are celebrated for their lively depiction of social interactions and their subtle commentary on the human condition. His works remain an important part of the 18th-century French artistic canon, offering insight into the cultural and social dynamics of the time.

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Troops at Rest by Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Pater

Created in 1730, "Troops at Rest" by Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Pater is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Rococo style with its light-hearted depiction of soldiers in a pastoral setting. The artwork reflects Pater's characteristic use of soft colors and fluid brushwork to convey a sense of leisure and camaraderie among the troops.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Troops at Rest