Two Seated Women 1717

"Two Seated Women" is a charcoal drawing by the French Rococo painter Jean-Antoine Watteau, created in 1717. The work depicts two women seated in conversation, their forms rendered with delicate strokes and subtle shading. The composition is intimate and informal, capturing a moment of everyday life in the elegant style that Watteau became known for. The drawing showcases Watteau's mastery of line and his ability to convey emotion through subtle gestures and expressions. The work is considered to be a preparatory study for a larger painting, possibly a scene of courtly life or a theatrical performance.