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Venus in the Forges of Vulcan', workshop of François Boucher? Late 18th century

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Oil on canvas portraying the visit of Venus to the forges of Vulcan. French school of the 2nd half of the 18th century. Undoubtedly executed by a pupil of François BOUCHER; who died in 1770, Reduced on the left side and put in rectangular format (the original, preserved in the Louvre, is oval). Original canvas and stretcher, very beautiful frame in sculpted wood, 96,5 x 93 cm. François Boucher 29 September 1703 – 30 May 1770 was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style. Boucher is known for his idyllic and voluptuous paintings on classical themes, decorative allegories, and pastoral scenes. He was perhaps the most celebrated painter and decorative artist of the 18th century.
  • Similar to:
    François Boucher (Painter)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.62 in (93 cm)Width: 37.8 in (96 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Canvas,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The canvas was reduced to a rectangular size. Minor structural damages. Canvas made smaller for frame.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8645242460492

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