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Nude on a Sofa (1751) is an oil on canvas painting by François Boucher. This particular pose was one of Boucher's favorite themes. It occurs repeatedly in his works. The painting represents the portrait of Louise O'Murphy, a young Irish woman who worked as Boucher's model and She was also the mistress (1753) of Louis XV. The artist does not present her as a Venus of classical beauty but portrays her instead in a provocative pose of unambiguously erotic persuasion as a young woman. This painting (59.5 x 73.5 cm) is Now in the collection of the Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne.
Questions & Answers
What is the dominant color of "Nude on a Sofa" by François Boucher?
putty (#cfc4a1) is the leading color of "Nude on a Sofa" by François Boucher.
Which palette and lead color define "Nude on a Sofa"?
"Nude on a Sofa" by François Boucher uses an earthy palette, with putty (#cfc4a1) as the dominant color.
How much light do the colors of "Nude on a Sofa" appear to reflect?
The luminance recorded for "Nude on a Sofa" by François Boucher is gentle luminance.
François Boucher (1703 – 1770)
Discover François Boucher (1703-1770), master of Rococo! Explore his sensual paintings – mythological scenes, portraits & idyllic landscapes – defining 18thC French art.
About this artwork
- Title: Nude on a Sofa
- Artist: François Boucher
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Rococo
- Main color: Putty
- Perceived brightness: balanced