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Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare

Jean Honoré Fragonard , 1770

Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare, by Jean Honoré Fragonard, oil, 1770
Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare, by Jean Honoré Fragonard, oil, 1770

Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean Honoré Fragonard. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The painting's title suggests the identity of the woman, though this attribution remains a traditional rather than definitively proven claim.

Jean Honoré Fragonard's Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare, completed in 1770, is an oil painting depicting an unidentified sitter. This work is currently housed in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It exemplifies the artist's characteristic approach to portraiture, focusing on an intimate and engaging portrayal of its subject.

The painting's title suggests the identity of the woman, though this attribution remains a traditional rather than definitively proven claim.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait features a woman with light, softly curled hair, her gaze gently directed towards the viewer. She is attired in a pale yellow dress, complemented by a pink shawl draped over her shoulders, adding a touch of color and warmth. Her subtle smile conveys an approachable and serene demeanor.

The artist's choice to render a plain background ensures that the viewer's attention remains solely on the sitter, emphasizing her presence and expression.

Technique & Style

Fragonard employed oil paint to create this intimate depiction, utilizing smooth brushstrokes that contribute to the soft and luminous quality of the subject's skin and attire. The delicate rendering of the fabrics and the gentle modeling of the face highlight the artist's skill in capturing texture and form. This stylistic approach, characteristic of the era, imbues the portrait with a sense of warmth and refined elegance, reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities of the late 18th century.

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Artist & collection

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Artist

Jean Honoré Fragonard

Jean-Honoré Fragonard was born on 5 April 1732 in Grasse, the son of a glover, and moved with his family to Paris in 1738.

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Who painted Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare?

Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare was painted by Jean Honoré Fragonard in 1770-01-01.

Where can I see Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare?

Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare?

Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Young Woman, said to be Gabrielle de Caraman, Marquise de la Fare are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.