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François Boucher
Early Modern
Early Modern

François Boucher

Born 1703 Died 1770 Works span 1730–1770

François Boucher: A Life in Rococo François Boucher (1703-1770) was a pivotal figure in 18th-century French art, renowned as one of the most celebrated painters of the Rococo era. His work embodies the elegance, sensuality, and playful spirit that defined this influential style. Early Life and Training Born on September 29, 1703, in Paris, France, François Boucher’s artistic journey began under the tutelage of his father, Jean Bouch…

84
dated works
15
chapters
1730
first work
1770
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through François Boucher's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups François Boucher's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.