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Young Girl and Eros, by François Boucher, oil, 1750

Young Girl and Eros

François Boucher

1750

oil

canvas

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Young Girl and Eros is a 1750 oil by François Boucher, a Rococo painting work, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
François Boucher
When & what style?
1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a young girl and a small child. The girl is holding a flower and has a gentle expression on her face. The child is looking up at her with a curious gaze. The girl is dressed in a flowing white dress, and the child is wearing a simple white tunic. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color that complements the warm tones of the figures. The overall effect is one of serenity and innocence. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, you might want to check out the work of 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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