River Landscape with Ruin and Bridge 1762

"River Landscape with Ruin and Bridge," painted by François Boucher in 1762, is a quintessential example of the Rococo style. This painting showcases Boucher's mastery of depicting picturesque landscapes, with a focus on light, elegant figures, and idyllic settings. The serene river meandering through the composition, the bridge, and the crumbling ruins contribute to the theme of tranquility and the passage of time. The soft, pastel colors and delicate brushstrokes further enhance the painting's charming, romantic atmosphere. Now on display at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, the painting invites viewers to escape into a world of bucolic beauty, reflective of the Rococo movement’s fascination with the idealized countryside.