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A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie'), by François Boucher, oil, 1762

A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie')

François Boucher

1762

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie') is a 1762 oil by François Boucher, a Rococo painting work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
François Boucher
When & what style?
1762 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

In this painting, a woman reclines on a blanket, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. She wears a flowing white dress with a red sash, and a straw hat rests beside her. A black and white cat sits on her lap, while a man stands behind her, holding a bouquet of flowers. The scene is set against a backdrop of towering trees, their branches stretching towards the sky. The atmosphere is serene, with soft, golden light illuminating the figures. This peaceful scene is reminiscent of the works of artist François Boucher.

About the artist

Portrait of François Boucher
Artist

François Boucher

François Boucher was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style.

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