The Amorous Proposal
1725
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
1725
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
The Amorous Proposal is a 1725 oil by François Lemoyne, a Rococo painting work, held at Clark Art Institute.
This painting depicts a tender moment between a man and a woman in a serene outdoor setting. The man, dressed in dark attire with a fur-trimmed coat and a turban, stands beside the woman, who sits on a rock. She wears a white blouse and a red dress, with her hair styled in an updo. A small fountain featuring a lion's head is visible behind them. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky, with the sun casting a warm glow. The overall atmosphere is one of intimacy and quiet contemplation. For more on the use of chiaroscuro in 18th-century art, explore the works of François Lemoyne.
