The canvas seemed to unveil a profound revitalization of Fragonard's inspiration that first distinguished itself in historical paintings, in particular Jeroboam Sacrificing to Idols, first prize of ...

This painting was among those presented in 1753. It was an immediate success, but later passed into obscurity when it was also attributed to Vanloo. Before he arrived at the school, Fragonard studied ...

After his return to France, Fragonard was initially successful as a painter of decorative schemes. He received a setback when his now-famous series, 'The Progress of Love' of 1771 (New York, Frick ...