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The Chocolate Girl (La Belle Chocolatiere de Vienne), c. 1745. Artist: Liotard, Jean-Etienne (1702-1789)
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The Chocolate Girl (La Belle Chocolatiere de Vienne), c. 1745. Artist: Liotard, Jean-Etienne (1702-1789)
The Chocolate Girl (La Belle Chocolatiere de Vienne), c. 1745. Found in the collection of the Dresden State Art Collections
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Bonnet China Ware Chocolate Coif Handmaid Jean étienne 1702 1789 Liotard Maid Maidservant Pastel On Parchment Porcelain Schwitzerland Teacup Rococo
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The Chocolate Girl (La Belle Chocolatiere de Vienne), c. 1745, is a captivating painting by Jean-Etienne Liotard that beautifully captures the essence of the Rococo era. This exquisite artwork, found in the collection of the Dresden State Art Collections, showcases a young girl adorned in a delicate bonnet and dressed as a maidservant. In this charming scene, the girl delicately holds a teacup filled with rich chocolate, showcasing her role as an elegant handmaid serving this luxurious beverage. The porcelain teacup adds to the overall elegance and refinement depicted in this genre painting. Liotard's mastery of pastel on parchment brings out every intricate detail - from the coif framing her face to each stroke of color on her rosy cheeks. The artist's attention to detail extends even further with his depiction of fine china ware adorning the table beside her. This enchanting piece transports viewers back to 18th-century Schwitzerland, where indulging in chocolate was considered an opulent pleasure reserved for aristocracy. Through Liotard's skilled brushwork and use of light and shadow, he invites us into this world where beauty meets decadence. As we admire 'The Chocolate Girl, ' we are reminded not only of its artistic brilliance but also its historical significance as it reflects societal values during that time period. This print serves as a timeless reminder of how art can capture moments in history while evoking emotions that transcend time.
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