FRANCOIS BOUCHER (1703 1770). The Bathing of Diana 1742. Oil on canvas. 57X73.
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The Bathing of Diana by Francois Boucher

In the rich pictorial legacy of François Boucher, who worked in the sensual and refined Rococo style, one of the most popular paintings is Diana’s Bath. The most beautiful Olympian goddess Diana appeared on the canvas of the French artist as the most charming enchantress, resting after her hunting fun on the banks of the stream. Boucher did not strive to accurately follow the Greek myths about the goddess in writing her image. He is not interested in mythology as such, he only uses it as a convenient pretext for depicting a naked female body, young and beautiful. His Diana is a gentle creature, accustomed to bliss and care, she lives only to give pleasure to greedy looks.

FRANCOIS BOUCHER (1703 1770). The Bathing of Diana 1742. Oil on canvas. 57X73.
FRANCOIS BOUCHER (1703 1770). The Bathing of Diana 1742. Oil on canvas. 57X73.