Jules Girardet’s The Love Letter (1856–1938) is a masterful Rococo Revival painting that captures an intimate and playful moment of clandestine romance. Set against the backdrop of an elegantly adorned pavilion, the composition features a young noblewoman gracefully extending a secret letter to a gentleman peering through an ornate oval window. The artist, dressed in opulent 18th-century attire, appears absorbed in painting a silhouette, oblivious to—or perhaps complicit in—the discreet exchange. The scene brims with charm and lighthearted intrigue, emphasized by Girardet’s exquisite attention to fabric, texture, and delicate facial expressions. The interplay of movement, rich colors, and romantic symbolism evokes the spirit of love and courtship in the aristocratic world of the past.
Print:
A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.
- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing.
Our Eco Credentials Include:
- FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
- Printed using water based inks
- Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
- Contains no plastic
Sizes:
11 x 14 Inches = 28 cm x 35.5 cm
16 x 20 Inches = 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm