Les deux Confidentes (The two Confidants) 1740 - 1784

"Les Deux Confidentes" (The Two Confidants), created between 1740 and 1784 by French artist Jean Ouvrier, depicts two women in an intimate setting surrounded by lush foliage and a reclining lion sculpture. The artwork is a print on paper, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the delicate details of the figures' clothing and the natural world. The piece exemplifies the Rococo style, characterized by its emphasis on elegance, grace, and naturalism, and was likely part of a larger series of prints from the collection of Madame de Pompadour, a prominent figure of the French court. The artwork is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.