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The Faux Pas, c. 1717 (oil on canvas)
XIR902569 The Faux Pas, c.1717 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 40x31.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12946186
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Courtship Mistake Rococo Scene Galante Unrequited Love Lovers
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
The Faux Pas, c. 1717 - A Captivating Tale of Unrequited Love and Courtship
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this oil on canvas painting by Jean Antoine Watteau, titled "The Faux Pas" we are transported to a scene galante in 18th-century France. Measuring 40x31.5 cm, this exquisite artwork can be found at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The painting depicts a moment filled with mistaken intentions and unwanted attentions between two lovers. The rococo style is evident in the delicate brushstrokes and pastel color palette that create an atmosphere of elegance and romance. A male figure stands before us, his eyes fixed upon a female companion who seems to be caught off guard by his advances. Her expression reveals her surprise and discomfort as she tries to politely reject his unwanted attention. Watteau skillfully captures the complexities of courtship through subtle gestures and facial expressions. We witness unrequited love unfold before our eyes as the man's hopeful gaze contrasts with the woman's hesitant demeanor. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this masterpiece without any commercial use intended. It serves as a reminder of Watteau's mastery in capturing human emotions within scenes of everyday life during the Rococo period. Immerse yourself in this enchanting world where love takes unexpected turns, reminding us that even amidst mistakes and missteps, there is beauty to be found in both art and life itself.
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