Who painted Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton)?

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton) was painted by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin in 1750.

Where can I see Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton)?

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton) is held by Ashmolean Museum.

What movement is Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton)?

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton) is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton)

Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin , 1750

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton) is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

Auguste-Gabriel Godefroy (L'enfant au toton) is an 18th-century French Rococo genre painting, circa 1750, by Jean Siméon Chardin, depicting a child engrossed in playing with a spinning top.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a quiet, everyday moment of childhood absorption, reflecting Chardin’s interest in domestic, mundane scenes.

Technique & Style

Characterized by balanced composition and soft, diffused light, showcasing Chardin’s mastery of texture and form in portraying serene, intimate moments.

History & Provenance

Created around 1750, part of Chardin’s oeuvre known for still lifes and domestic genre paintings.

Context

Reflects the Rococo emphasis on lighter, more intimate subjects, yet maintains Chardin’s distinctive calmness and attention to detail.

Legacy

Contributes to Chardin’s reputation for capturing the beauty in ordinary life, influencing subsequent artists in depicting everyday scenes.