Francois Boucher
1760
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1760
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Louis Boucher painted a woman in a simple white dress. Her hair falls loose over her shoulders. She stands against a plain dark background with just a hint of red drapery. This isn’t Boucher’s usual fancy scenes. Here, the focus is on her quiet, almost shy look. The dark background pushes her forward, making her stand out. If you like this soft light and simple mood, check out Bosse, Louis.
