Franc Ois Boucher Collection

Two gallant performances, anonymous, ca. 1795, glass painting, scene from the play L Aminta of Torquato Tasso: Aminte dans les bras de Sivie

Pierre-Alexandre Aveline (French, 1702-1760) after Francois Boucher (French, 1703-1770). Venus and Amor, ca. 1730-1740. Etching and engraving on laid paper. Plate: 310 mm x 238 mm (12.2 in)

Landscape with Figures; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; France, Europe; about 1726 - 1728; Red chalk on vellum; 30.5 x 49.2 cm (12 x 19 3/8 in.)

Reclining Male Figure; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; 1736; Black, red and white chalks on blue paper; 27.9 x 44.1 cm (11 x 17 3/8 in.)

Study of a Reclining Nude; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; France, Europe; 1732 - 1735; Red and white chalk on oatmeal paper

The Bird Catchers; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; 1748; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 294.6 x 337.8 cm (116 x 133 in.), Framed: 321.3 x 364.5 x 7.6 cm (126 1/2 x 143 1/2 x 3 in.)

The Fountain of Love; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; 1748; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 294.6 x 337.8 cm (116 x 133 in.), Framed: 321.3 x 364.5 x 7.6 cm (126 1/2 x 143 1/2 x 3 in.)

Venus on the Waves; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; 1769; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 265.7 x 76.5 cm (104 5/8 x 30 1/8 in.), Framed: 273.1 x 86.7 x 6.4 cm (107 1/2 x 34 1/8 x 2 1/2 in.)

The Birth and Triumph of Venus; Francois Boucher, French, 1703 - 1770; about 1743; Black chalk and gouache; 39 x 31 cm (15 3/8 x 12 3/16 in.), Framed: 62.9 x 53.3 cm (24 3/4 x 21 in.)

Francois Boucher, Allegory of Painting, French, 1703-1770, 1765, oil on canvas

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"François Boucher: A Master of Elegance and Sensuality" Step into the enchanting world of François Boucher, an artist whose works continue to captivate audiences with their delicate beauty and sensuous allure. Born in 1703, this French painter left an indelible mark on the art world with his mastery of rococo style. One of his notable creations is "Two Gallant Performances, " a mesmerizing glass painting from around 1795. This anonymous masterpiece transports us to a scene from a play, where two gallant figures engage in a captivating performance that leaves us spellbound. Boucher's talent was not limited to glass paintings alone. He collaborated with Pierre-Alexandre Aveline for another remarkable piece titled "Landscape with Figures. " This collaboration showcases Boucher's ability to infuse landscapes with life, as he skillfully intertwines human figures within nature's embrace. In his studies of reclining figures, such as "Reclining Male Figure" and "Study of a Reclining Nude, " Boucher demonstrates his expertise in capturing the human form. With meticulous attention to detail and subtle brushstrokes, he brings these subjects to life, evoking both gracefulness and vulnerability. The theme of love often found its way onto Boucher's canvas. In works like "Venus and Cupid, " "Aurora and Cephalus, " and "The Fountain of Love, " he explores the complexities of desire through mythological narratives. These pieces exude an air of romance while showcasing Boucher's ability to create dreamlike settings filled with ethereal beauty. Among his most celebrated works are those featuring Venus herself – the goddess synonymous with love and beauty. In masterpieces like "Venus on the Waves" and "The Birth and Triumph of Venus, " Boucher captures her radiant presence amidst lush landscapes or celestial realms.