The Remedy 1716 - 1717

"The Remedy" (1716-1717) is a red chalk drawing by the French Rococo artist Jean-Antoine Watteau. The drawing depicts a reclining nude woman, possibly a mythological figure, attended to by a clothed woman who appears to be applying a remedy or potion. The subject matter and the artist's loose, expressive lines are characteristic of Watteau's style, which combined elements of classical art with a more whimsical and playful approach. While the exact identity of the figures remains unknown, the drawing suggests a scene of beauty, fragility, and healing. Watteau's drawings, like "The Remedy," are highly sought after for their masterful draftsmanship and their exploration of the human form.