Galante Collection

The Indolents, illustration for Fetes Galantes by Paul Verlaine (1844-96) 1928 (pochoir print)
STC226943 The Indolents, illustration for Fetes Galantes by Paul Verlaine (1844-96) 1928 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Puppets, illustration for Fetes Galantes by Paul Verlaine (1844-96) 1928 (pochoir print)
STC226944 Puppets, illustration for Fetes Galantes by Paul Verlaine (1844-96) 1928 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Woman in hooped dress, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in English-style hooped dress with fan, bonnet, ringlets, era of Marie Antoinette. Copperplate etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot from Costumes et coiffures du XVIIIe siecle

Fashionable woman, France, 18th century
5855383 Fashionable woman, France, 18th century. by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Fashionable woman, France, 18th century. Handcolored illustration by E)

The Swing (oil)
CH8156 The Swing (oil) by Pater, Jean-Baptiste Joseph (1695-1736); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Woman in Racy Cap in an English Park
Woman in combed up hairstyle with cap decorated with grapes and feathers called Racy Cap in an English Park. Toque Galante au parc Anglais

An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16 (oil on canvas)
MEL21174 An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 65x84.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

Two fetes galantes and studies of single figures and pairs (red chalk on paper)
449301 Two fetes galantes and studies of single figures and pairs (red chalk on paper) by Quillard, Pierre-Antoine (1701-39); 21.1x32 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

A View of Cliveden in Buckinghamshire, the seat of the Right Honourable the Earl of Inchiquin
XJF477693 A View of Cliveden in Buckinghamshire, the seat of the Right Honourable the Earl of Inchiquin, 1759 (engraving) by Sullivan

The Two Cousins, 1716-20 (oil on canvas)
XIR415797 The Two Cousins, 1716-20 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Les Deux Cousines; ); French, out of copyright

A Dance Team Does The Rhumba
Hollywood, California: c. 1932 The dance team of Galante and Leonarda execute one of their flight maneuvers in their swing version of the rhumba

Olivia de Havilland and husband
Olivia de Havilland, screen actress (born 1916), pictured together with her second husband Pierre Galante

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"Galante: A Glimpse into the Elegant and Playful World of 18th Century France" Step into a world of refined indulgence, where art and fashion intertwine in perfect harmony. "Galante" captures the essence of this enchanting era through various captivating illustrations and paintings. "The Indolents, " an exquisite illustration by Paul Verlaine, transports us to the mesmerizing scenes depicted in Fetes Galantes. The pochoir print brings to life a group of elegantly dressed individuals leisurely enjoying their surroundings, evoking a sense of carefree bliss. In another stunning illustration from Fetes Galantes, we encounter "Puppets. " These delicate figures dance with grace and charm, showcasing the whimsical nature that permeated this period's artistic expression. A glimpse at a woman donning a hooped dress takes us back to Marie Antoinette's era. Her extravagant attire symbolizes opulence and grandeur, reflecting the lavish lifestyle enjoyed by French nobility during this time. Fashionable women adorned in intricate gowns epitomize the elegance that defined 18th-century France. Their impeccable taste showcased their social status while setting trends for generations to come. "The Swing, " an oil painting that captures a moment suspended in time, portrays love and flirtation amidst lush greenery. This masterpiece encapsulates both romance and playfulness within its brushstrokes. Witnessing "A Dance Team Does The Rhumba, " we are transported to an energetic spectacle filled with rhythm and passion. This lively performance embodies the spirit of fetes galantes - joyous celebrations where people gathered to revel in music and dance. An amusing scene unfolds before our eyes as we observe "An Embarrassing Proposal. " Painted on canvas, it humorously depicts an awkward encounter between two individuals caught up in unexpected circumstances - reminding us that even amidst refinement, human folly remains ever-present.