Subject matter

Rococo art frequently depicted lighthearted and whimsical themes, such as romantic scenes, landscapes, mythological figures, and aristocratic leisure activities. It often portrayed the indulgent lifestyles of the wealthy elite and emphasized pleasure, love, and beauty.

Like the Triumph of Venus by "François Boucher"

The painting was one of the large number of drawings and paintings acquired by Carl Gustaf Tessin, but he had to sell it off part of his collection to the king of Sweden in 1749 after he experienced financial troubles. The painting is now in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.