Artwork
A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie')
A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie') is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist François Boucher. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
A Pastoral Scene ('La Jardiniere Endormie') is an oil painting created by François Boucher in 1762, now held at the Scottish National Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a reclining woman in a white dress with a red sash, accompanied by a black and white cat and a man holding flowers, set amidst lush greenery and vibrant flowers.
Technique & Style
Soft, golden light pervades the scene, illuminating the figures against a backdrop of towering trees, evoking a serene atmosphere characteristic of Boucher's work.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Boucher was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style.
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