Innocence
1763
Jean-Baptiste Greuze was the 18th-century master of making virtue look incredibly dramatic, and this study of 'Innocence' is a perfect example of his signature style. Painted in 1763, the young woman gazes upward with flushed cheeks and parted lips, embodying a sense of pure, almost theatrical naivete that French audiences absolutely swooned over. Greuze specialized in these expressive head studies, which were meant to capture specific emotions and moral qualities, essentially creating the emotional close-ups of the pre-photography era. His ability to blend academic technique with raw, relatable feeling made him a superstar of his day.
- Technique
- Oil painting
- Material
- Oil paint
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