A Woman at Her Toilet c. 1717 - 1719

"A Woman at Her Toilet" is an oil painting by French Rococo artist Jean-Antoine Watteau, painted around 1717-1719. The painting depicts a woman, possibly a noblewoman, seated and partly undressed, with a maid behind her. The scene is intimate and sensual, capturing a moment of private toilette. Watteau’s signature use of soft colors and delicate brushstrokes are evident in the composition, emphasizing the soft lighting and the woman's graceful form. The painting is considered an important work of the Rococo period, reflecting the era's fascination with beauty, sensuality, and the pleasures of the aristocracy.