Question

Which of the following paintings is considered the epitome of French Rococo painting?
a.
The Triumph of Venus by Francois Boucher. Naked men and women sit on the cliffs next to an ocean with angels surrounding them.
b.
The Progress of Love by Jean-Honore Fragonard. A woman and a man sit in a garden with angelic statues.
c.
The Marriage of the Emperor Frederick Barbarossa to Beatrice of Burgundy by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Frederick and Beatrice stand in front of a priest in Kaisersaal surrounded by nobles during their wedding.
d.
The Embarkation for Cythera by Jean-Antoine Watteau. Wealthy men and women sit outdoors and party with angels around them.

Answers

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The painting considered the epitome of French Rococo painting is **d. The Embarkation for Cythera by Jean-Antoine Watteau**. This work beautifully captures the themes of love, leisure, and the idyllic nature associated with Rococo art, showcasing elegant figures in a lush, whimsical setting.