Les Fêtes Galantes

Les Fêtes Galantes are a genre of French painting originating in the early 18th century, depicting elegant outdoor gatherings of aristocrats engaged in lively social activities like music, dance, and conversation. Inspired by the poetic works of Antoine Watteau, who popularized the style, these paintings emphasize grace, leisure, and romanticized notions of courtly life. They often feature lush settings, delicate costumes, and an element of theatricality, capturing an idealized vision of aristocratic pleasure and refinement, blending narrative, atmosphere, and aesthetic appeal.