Jean-Honoré Fragonard (1732–1806): Master of Rococo

Jean-Honoré Fragonard (1732-1806) was a master of the French Rococo movement, capturing the era's love for luxury, indulgence, and pleasure in his vivid and romantic paintings. Known for his pastel-hued scenes of gardens, lovers, and playful moments, Fragonard’s work, alongside contemporaries like Antoine Watteau and François Boucher, defines the whimsical and carefree spirit of 18th-century France. His most famous works, such as The Swing and The Progress of Love series, embody the aesthetic and ideals of the period, celebrating beauty and flirtation with a sense of innocence and lightheartedness.