The Sermon of Love

"The Sermon of Love", also known as "The Bolt" or "The Lock", is an iconic 1777 work, executed on canvas using oil by the celebrated French artist, Jean-Honoré Fragonard. This timeless piece eloquently encapsulates the libertine mood of the 18th century through its depiction of two entwined lovers in a chamber, with the male figure bolting the door. The painting is crafted in the flamboyant rococo style, echoing influences from François Boucher, a prominent rococo artist and Fragonard's mentor. Today, this famous genre painting is exhibited in the Louvre Museum's Department of Paintings, alongside other renowned works from the same era.