Home > Arts > Artists > P > Jean-Baptiste Joseph Pater
Fête galante in a Landscape, c.1730-c.1735. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Pater
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Fête galante in a Landscape, c.1730-c.1735. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Pater
Fete galante in a Landscape, c.1730-c.1735
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36348983
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Courting Courtship Fete Fete Galante Flirtation Flirting Jean Baptiste Joseph Pater Jean Baptiste Pater Parkland Pater Jean Baptiste Pater Jean Baptiste Joseph Pleasure Rococo Era Socialising Young Man
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Spiders
> European Garden
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Landscapes
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Rococo
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> Jean-Baptiste Joseph Pater
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Landscapes
> Portraits
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Portraits
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Landscape paintings
> Portraits
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Oil paintings
> Animal portraits
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Oil paintings
> Landscape paintings
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite Fête galante painting by Jean-Baptiste Pater, titled "Fête galante in a Landscape," dates back to the early 18th century, around 1730-1735. The scene unfolds in a lush, idyllic landscape, where a group of young men and women engage in various forms of entertainment and courtship. The painter masterfully captures the essence of the Rococo era, with its emphasis on pleasure, color, and light. In the foreground, a young man plays a flute, serenading a young woman who leans on a tree, her gaze fixed on him. Nearby, another young man and a group of young women engage in a game, their laughter echoing through the parkland. A pair of dogs playfully chase each other, adding to the sense of joy and merriment. The painting's rich color palette and intricate details transport us to a bygone era, where the Dutch and French landscapes of the Low Countries merged in an elegant fusion of art and nature. The oil on canvas painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the heritage of European art and the concept of socializing in a natural setting. The concept of flirtation and courting is beautifully captured in this scene, with young men and women engaging in playful banter and enjoying each other's company. The painting is a visual delight, inviting us to take a moment to appreciate the simple pleasures of life in the Rococo era.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
