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François Boucher

Francois Boucher (1703 - 1770) was a French painter.

Born in Bordeaux, France. He is known for his idyllic and voluptuous paintings on classical themes and representing the pastoral occupations of the French aristocracy.

Works include:

The Rest on the Flight to Egypt
Diana Leaving her Bath
Autumn
The Visit of Venus to Vulcan
Christ and John the Baptist as Children
Pastorale
Naiads and Triton

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