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Fire: Three Putti Holding a Bow and Arrow, a Burning Torch, and a Mantle Containing Hearts and Flowers, by François Boucher, oil, 1746

Fire: Three Putti Holding a Bow and Arrow, a Burning Torch, and a Mantle Containing Hearts and Flowers

François Boucher

1746

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Fire: Three Putti Holding a Bow and Arrow, a Burning Torch, and a Mantle Containing Hearts and Flowers is a 1746 oil by François Boucher, a Rococo painting work, depicting Putti, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
François Boucher
When & what style?
1746 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows three cherubs, or putti, in a playful scene. They are floating in the air, surrounded by clouds and a blue sky. The putti are holding various objects, including a bow and arrow, a burning torch, and a mantle with hearts and flowers. The putti are depicted in a lively and energetic way, with their bodies twisted and turned in different directions. They seem to be enjoying themselves, and their facial expressions are happy and carefree. The overall mood of the painting is one of joy and playfulness. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to 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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