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Framed Print : An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16 (oil on canvas)
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An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16 (oil on canvas)
MEL21174 An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 65x84.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22603910
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21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of whimsy and historical charm to your home decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the enchanting artwork "An Embarrassing Proposal" by Jean Antoine Watteau, this exquisite oil on canvas painting from the late Baroque period is now available in beautifully crafted frames. Originally created between 1715 and 1716, this masterpiece from the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, is now out of copyright and ready to be admired in your own space. Bring a piece of fine art history into your home with our high-quality Framed Prints.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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An Embarrassing Proposal, 1715-16
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captures a moment of both amusement and discomfort in the realm of love and courtship. Painted by Jean Antoine Watteau, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 65x84.5 cm and is housed in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. Set against an idyllic outdoor backdrop, the scene depicts a fete champetre or rural party where men and women gather to enjoy each other's company. In the foreground, we witness a pivotal moment as a male suitor musters up the courage to make his proposition to a young lady. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation as he leans towards her, hoping for reciprocation. However, it becomes evident that his advances are met with resistance as she recoils slightly - perhaps indicating her lack of interest or surprise at his boldness. Watteau masterfully captures human emotions through subtle gestures and expressions. The flirtatious ambiance of the gathering adds an element of playfulness to this otherwise awkward encounter. This painting belongs to the galante genre popularized during Watteau's time – showcasing scenes from everyday life but often imbued with romantic undertones. "An Embarrassing Proposal" serves as a reminder that matters of the heart can be unpredictable and sometimes lead us into uncomfortable situations. Bridgeman Images has preserved this timeless artwork for all art enthusiasts to appreciate its beauty while contemplating themes such as rejection, social dynamics, and vulnerability
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