Who painted Boy with an Apple?

Boy with an Apple was painted by Jean-Baptiste Greuze in 1775.

Where can I see Boy with an Apple?

Boy with an Apple is held by Detroit Institute of Arts.

What movement is Boy with an Apple?

Boy with an Apple is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Boy with an Apple?

Museum-quality prints of Boy with an Apple are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Boy with an Apple

Jean-Baptiste Greuze , 1775

Boy with an Apple is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste Greuze. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

Boy with an Apple is a painting created by French artist Jean-Baptiste Greuze around 1775. It is an oil painting held in the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a contemplative young boy with curly blonde hair, wearing a white shirt and holding an apple. His gaze is directed to the left, and the dark background emphasizes his features and the fruit.

Technique & Style

Greuze employed chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting, characteristic of the Rococo movement.