Les Confidences Pastorales
1745
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1745
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting shows three women and some sheep in a landscape. The women are dressed in loose, flowing clothing and are sitting on the ground. One woman is holding a small basket of flowers, while another is leaning against a tree. The third woman is sitting on the ground, looking at the other two. The sheep are standing behind the women, and there are trees and hills in the background. The painting is done in a style that is typical of 18th-century French art, with soft colors and delicate brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up François Boucher.
