Jean-François de Troy: A Rococo Master of Fashion and Grandeur Born in Paris in 1679, Jean-François de Troy emerged as a pivotal figure within the vibrant world of French art during the late 18th century. His career spanned nearly four decades, marked by an extraordinary versatility that encompassed history painting, decorative arts, and, most notably, his pioneering *tableaux de modes* – meticulously rendered depictions of contemporary fashion, social customs, and aristocratic leisure. De Troy’s legacy rests not solely on grand historical narratives but also on his ability to capture the fl…