Artwork
A young lady holding a pug dog
A young lady holding a pug dog is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist François Boucher. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
About this work
The woman is dressed in an 18th-century-style outfit, featuring a white ruffled blouse and a red dress underneath.
This painting depicts a young woman holding a pug dog, both facing forward. The woman is dressed in an 18th-century-style outfit, featuring a white ruffled blouse and a red dress underneath. Her dark hair is styled in an updo, adorned with a blue ribbon. She holds a blue leash in her right hand, attached to the pug dog, which sits on her lap. The background of the painting is a warm yellow color.
The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest that the painting was created in the 18th century. The artist's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes adds to the overall sense of elegance and refinement.
To learn more about the artist behind this painting, explore the works of François Boucher.
Overview
A young lady holding a pug dog is an oil painting by François Boucher, held at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young woman in 18th-century attire holding a pug dog on a leash. Her dark hair is styled in an updo with a blue ribbon, and she wears a white blouse and red dress. The subject's elegance and refinement are conveyed through her clothing and the gentle handling of the dog.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of warm colors, including a yellow background, and soft brushstrokes contributes to the overall sense of luxury and delicacy. The style is characteristic of 18th-century painting, with attention to detail in the subject's clothing and accessories.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Boucher was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style.
