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Bacchus and Ariadne, by François Boucher, unspecified, 1750

Bacchus and Ariadne

François Boucher

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art

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Overview

Bacchus and Ariadne is a 1750 unspecified by François Boucher, a Rococo painting work, held at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
François Boucher
When & what style?
1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Los Angeles County Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a lively outdoor scene with many figures. In the center, a man and woman sit together on a throne-like chair. The man is naked, and the woman wears a long dress. They're surrounded by other people, some of whom are also undressed. There are trees, rocks, and columns in the background. The painting has many colors, with shades of green from the trees, and various colors from the people's clothing. The scene looks like it's happening in a forest or a park. The people seem to be celebrating or having a party. To learn more about the artist who created this painting, look up 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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