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Fragonard’s Fascinating Painted Portraits

Paris | 3 December

Fragonard’s Fascinating Painted Portraits

Jean-Honoré Fragonard delighted in painting fascinating portraits. In this episode of Sotheby’s Stories, learn how he captured the true essence of character, through his mastery of observation and light. ‘Young Woman Leaning out of a Window’, just one example of Fragonard’s perfectly placed light and shadow, is a highlight of Sotheby’s upcoming Tableux Dessins Sculptures sale (3 December | Paris). Click here to watch more Sotheby’s videos.

Past Auction
Tableaux Dessins Sculptures 1300-1900
3 December 2020 | 5:15 PM CET | Paris

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