The Earth

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Nicolas Lancret was a follower of Watteau. He imitated Watteau's style and also dedicated himself to painting ftes galantes. However, in his work the theme of the fte galante has evolved closer to a scene from everyday life.

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About the Artist

Nicolas Lancret

1690 – 1743

French painter, he was, with Pater, the principal imitator of Watteau. After failing as a history painter he was influenced by Gillot 's theatrical scenes as Watteau had been, and he spent the rest of his life painting fêtes galantes. He is well represented in the Wallace Collection, London.

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