Created:
Movement:
1768
Rococo
key Notes:
Rococo elegance, pastoral scene
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Dimensions:
95 x 93 in. (241.3 x 236.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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François Boucher's "Washerwomen" (1768)

François Boucher was a prominent French painter known for his Rococo style, characterized by its playful and light-hearted themes. "Washerwomen," created in 1768, exemplifies Boucher's mastery in depicting everyday scenes with elegance and charm. The painting, executed in oil on canvas, captures the leisurely activities of rural life, a subject that was gaining popularity in the 18th century. Boucher's work is significant for its contribution to the Rococo movement, emphasizing decorative art and the use of soft colors and fluid forms. As a court painter to Louis XV, Boucher's influence extended beyond art, impacting the decorative arts and fashion of his time. His ability to blend pastoral themes with a refined aesthetic made him a favorite among the French aristocracy.

Description of the work:

Washerwomen by François Boucher (1768)

The painting "Washerwomen" by François Boucher, created in 1768, is an oil on canvas that exemplifies the Rococo style with its soft colors and playful depiction of everyday life. The artwork captures a serene scene of women engaged in washing clothes, reflecting Boucher's characteristic attention to detail and lighthearted subject matter.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Washerwomen