Who painted Snuffbox?

Snuffbox was painted by Switzerland|François Boucher A. P. C. in 1772.

Where can I see Snuffbox?

Snuffbox is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Snuffbox?

Snuffbox is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Snuffbox

Switzerland|François Boucher A. P. C. , 1772

Snuffbox is a gold portrait miniature by the Romanticist artist Switzerland|François Boucher A. P. C.. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

The design includes a goat and a little putto, which were common playful motifs in the era.

Snuffbox is a small decorative object made around 1770 to 1775. It was created by A. P. C., Switzerland|François Boucher using gold and enamel. The piece belongs to the Romanticism movement.

The design includes a goat and a little putto, which were common playful motifs in the era. The work is catalogued in the Met’s collection. Gold gives it a bright shine, while enamel adds color. It was recorded in the museum inventory in 1976.

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Overview

This small decorative snuffbox was crafted circa 1770-75 using gold and enamel. It is attributed to the artist François Boucher and the initials A. P. C., indicating a Swiss origin.

Subject & Meaning

The snuffbox features a design that includes a goat and a putto, motifs that were characteristic of the playful and lighthearted themes popular during the period.

Technique & Style

The use of gold provides a lustrous finish, while enamel adds vibrant colors to the piece, exemplifying the technical skill associated with the Romanticism movement.

History & Provenance

The snuffbox is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, having been recorded in the museum's inventory in 1976.

Artist & collection

Artist

Switzerland|François Boucher A. P. C.

François Boucher A. P. C. painted luxury items in gold and enamel around 1770–75. His Snuffbox (ca. 1770–75) features delicate floral enamel scenes inside a gilded case. This kind of finely crafted small object was made…

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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