François Boucher ( BOO-shay, boo-SHAY; 29 September 1703 – 30 May 1770) was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style. Boucher is known for his idyllic and voluptuous paintings on classical themes, decorative allegories, and pastoral scenes. He was perhaps the most celebrated painter and decorative artist of the 18th century.
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Date of birth | 29 September 1703
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Place of birth | Paris, Kingdom of France
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Date of death | 30 May 1770
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Age | 66 (age at death)
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Place of death | Paris, Kingdom of France
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