watteau
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A French painter: Refers specifically to Jean-Antoine Watteau, a renowned French painter of the early 18th century, known for his pivotal role in the Rococo movement and his depictions of fêtes galantes (elegant outdoor entertainments).
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum's new exhibition features several works by Watteau.
- Art historians study Watteau to understand the transition from Baroque to Rococo style.
Advanced Usage
"Watteau back": A style of gown or dress with a loose back that is caught up in drapes or folds, named after the painter because such garments often appear in his paintings.
- The vintage dress had a beautiful Watteau back.
"Watteau pleat": A specific type of box pleat used to create the draped effect of a Watteau back.
- The seamstress carefully stitched the Watteau pleats.
Variants and Related Words
- Watteauesque (adj): Resembling or characteristic of the style, themes, or atmosphere of Watteau's paintings.
- The garden party had a charming, Watteauesque quality.
Synonyms
- Jean-Antoine Watteau: The full name of the artist.
- Painter: A general term for an artist who paints pictures.
Noun
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French painter (1684-1721)
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