The artwork titled “Two Cousins” by Antoine Watteau, created around 1716, is an oil painting on canvas measuring 30 x 36 cm. This piece belongs to the Rococo art movement and is classified under the genre of pastorale.
The artwork depicts a serene and pastoral scene with three figures positioned in a lush landscape. The scene is characterized by its gentle, natural setting, with distant statues that enhance the rural ambiance. The central figure, viewed from behind, wears an elegant gown with fine drapery that cascades beautifully to the ground. To her right, two seated figures engage in what seems to be an intimate conversation or exchange, their attire resplendent and indicative of the Rococo style with its emphasis on grace and decorative quality. The playfulness and casual elegance of the scene are quintessential elements of Watteau’s work, capturing a moment of idyllic leisure within a bucolic environment.
