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The Alarm or La Gouvernante Fidele, 1730 (lithograph)
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The Alarm or La Gouvernante Fidele, 1730 (lithograph)
468664 The Alarm or La Gouvernante Fidele, 1730 (lithograph) by Troy, Jean Francois de (1679-1752) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: the Faithful Servant; The Rendez-Vous at Fountain; An example of the gallant pieces fashionable in the 18th-century France. It depicts a secret rendezvous set in a romantic garden by a fountain while a maid interrupts the conversation with a dramatic gesture. This painting is one of the earliest tableaux de mode by de Troy, a genre he is credited to be the inventor ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23162104
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Assignation Courtship Embrace Fete Champetre Governess Interrupted Interruption Lover Nanny Rococo Surprised Tryst Warning Lovers Maid
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The Alarm or La Gouvernante Fidele, 1730
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is a captivating lithograph that transports us to the elegant and romantic world of 18th-century France. In this enchanting scene, set in a lush garden by a sparkling fountain, we witness a clandestine rendezvous between two lovers. The painting captures the essence of gallant pieces popular during this era. As the couple sits intimately together, engrossed in their conversation, they are interrupted by the dramatic gesture of a maid. Her unexpected arrival brings an element of surprise and tension to the scene. The viewer can almost feel their hearts racing as they fear being discovered. Jean Francois de Troy's mastery shines through in this early example of tableaux de mode – a genre he is credited with inventing. The intricate details and delicate brushstrokes beautifully depict every nuance of emotion on each character's face. The composition exudes romance and longing as it showcases the forbidden nature of their love affair. The statue overlooking them seems to silently bear witness to their secret tryst. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to immerse ourselves in an era known for its opulence and courtly love traditions. It serves as a reminder that even amidst societal constraints, passion will always find its way into our lives – even if only for stolen moments like these captured forever on canvas.
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