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Description: | The fête galante was devised by Watteau between 1714 and 1720. The theme of elegant couples in idyllic landscapes drew on earlier Dutch and Flemish paintings, as well as contemporary literature and prints, to create a new form of painting that appealed to audiences of the eighteenth century. Here, two elegant couples are shown in contemporary dress conversing and drinking in an idealised landscape. The popularity of Watteau's work is reflected in the numerous paintings, such as this one, which were made in his style. | Subjects: | landscape; figure | Source: | Vads | Creator: | Artist: Watteau, Jean-Antoine (French painter and draftsman, 1684-1721) Æ Attributed to circle of | Identifier: | http://www.vads.ac.uk/large.php?uid=8908... | Go to resource |
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