Artwork
The Fortune Teller
The Fortune Teller is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste Pater. It dates from 1731 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Fortune Teller is a 1731 painting by French artist Jean-Baptiste Pater, characteristic of the rococo style. It is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a group in a park-like setting, where a woman is being attended to by another, while a boy holds a mirror, reflecting the woman's image. The gathering conveys a sense of quiet, introspective atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Pater's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and volume, while a mix of warm and cool colors adds to the scene's visual interest. The women's dresses and a column stand out against the muted tones of the surroundings, exemplifying the rococo period's playful yet elegant themes.
History & Provenance
Pater, born in 1695, trained under his father and later with painters Jean-Baptiste Guide and Antoine Watteau, whose influence shaped his style. The painting was created in 1731 and is now held in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Baptiste Pater (December 29, 1695 – July 25, 1736) was a French rococo painter.
