Interior Scene with Women and a Child
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-249-8
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
François Boucher, one of the leading figures of the French Rococo movement, created this delicate print in 1751 during the height of his career. Active at the court of Louis XV, Boucher was celebrated for his graceful compositions and lighthearted depictions of everyday elegance. An interior scene featuring women and a child aligns with the Rococo taste for intimate domestic moments, reflecting the period’s emphasis on refined leisure and sentimentality in art. As a print rather than a painting, the work highlights the important role of printmaking in 18th-century France. Prints allowed artis...