French school of the second half of the 18th century. Oil work on canvas depicting a pastoral scene of great refinement. In the foreground, a young shepherd rests sitting next to a trunk, surrounded by his flock of sheep and goats. In the center, a girl with a wicker basket full of herbs approaches him, offering him her left hand. Behind her, a splendid mule carries work tools.
Pastoral scenes are a pictorial genre that spread throughout Europe and reached its peak in the Rococo period in France. Stylistically, due to the type of subject, pictorial quality and setting, this work can be traced back to the sphere of Jean-Baptiste Huet (1745-1811). A very talented artist specializing in pastoral scenes, he was influenced by Francois Boucher (The painting is not currently accompanied by expertise, but it is possible to request it upon payment of the relevant additional costs).
The pleasantness of the subject and the chromatic palette played on light and bright tones give great decorativeness to the painting which is easily adaptable, suitable for being displayed in different environments. 20th century frame in carved and gilded wood, with some signs of aging. Work already restored with relining, replacement of the frame and color recovery in small spots. Overall in good state of conservation. Light painting H 94 x W 88.5 cm.
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