Madame de Pompadour
- Artist
- Francois Boucher
- Date
- 1758
- Style
- Rococo
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)
The painting titled Madame de Pompadour is a stunning example of portrait art from the Rococo period. Executed in rich oil paints, it captures the elegance and sophistication of Madame de Pompadour, the influential mistress of King Louis XV. The artwork is created on a canvas, allowing for fine detail and a luxurious finish characteristic of Rococo aesthetics. This portrait exemplifies the refined style and delicate ornamentation typical of 18th-century French court art.
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