The Shocking Truth Behind The Mysterious Man In The Bushes Of Fragonard's The Swing

Welcome to another episode of art explained. This time I'll be talking about the masterpiece The Swing by Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Every time I see this painting, I can’t help but think of my loved ones with this warm feeling inside. The painting breathes love and happiness, while the man looks up at the woman with what can only be described as the goofiest, love-struck grin you have ever seen.
An unmatched image of frivolity and over-the-top romance. But wait, who’s that man behind her pulling the swing’s reins?
As it turns out, this painting isn’t the beautiful love story I thought it was.

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