Antoine Watteau, 1684-1721
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Iris Lauterbach
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 8.0 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 100
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Antoine Watteau, 1684-1721
Antoine Watteau, 1684-1721 by Iris Lauterbach is a TASCHEN monograph on one of the most influential French painters of the early eighteenth century. This digital PDF edition is available as an instant download after purchase.
The book combines reproductions, commentary, and a chronology. It is designed for readers interested in French painting, Rococo art, and the history of collecting.
Book Overview
This 100-page PDF explores Watteau’s career and legacy. It traces his path from his early years in Paris to his recognition at the Académie Royale and his later fêtes galantes. Lauterbach draws on contemporary accounts and the Recueil Jullienne to discuss how the Watteau myth took shape.
The TASCHEN volume includes captioned illustrations of works such as The Music Party, Mezzetin, and Jupiter and Antiope.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- The construction of Watteau’s myth after his death
- His formation as a Flemish painter in Paris
- The world of the fair and the theatre in his art
- Watteau’s recognition at the Académie Royale
- Variations on the theme of Cythera
- The development of the fêtes galantes
- A chronology of Watteau’s life
Why Antoine Watteau Matters
Antoine Watteau changed the vocabulary of French painting in the early 1700s. His subjects moved away from allegory and symbolism toward modern scenes admired by collectors and connoisseurs.
Lauterbach’s account examines both the artist and the legends around him. It gives readers a clear view of his place in art history.
Book Details
| Author | Iris Lauterbach |
|---|---|
| Title | Antoine Watteau, 1684-1721 |
| Publisher | TASCHEN |
| Publication Date | 2008 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-8228-5318-4 |
| Format | |
| File Size | 8.0 MB |
| Pages | 100 |
| Language | English |
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Explore the art of Antoine Watteau in this concise TASCHEN monograph.
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