Artwork
L'amour oiseleur (Cupid as a Bird-Catcher)
L'amour oiseleur (Cupid as a Bird-Catcher) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist François Boucher. It dates from 1746 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
L'amour oiseleur (Cupid as a Bird-Catcher) is an oil painting by François Boucher, created around 1746. It is a mythological scene held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of putti in a lush outdoor setting, engaged in activities related to bird-catching, with one holding a birdcage and another attempting to catch a bird with a string.
Technique & Style
The scene is rendered in warm, golden tones, with soft, gentle hues used for the putti's skin and foliage. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality.
Context
The painting is characteristic of Boucher's style, which was influential in the development of Rococo art.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Boucher was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style.
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