Boucher, Francois
Boucher, Francois, boo SHAY, frahn SWAH (1703-1770), was a leading painter in France during the 1700's. He perfected the elegant, decorative style called Rococo. The bright colors and fluid touch that characterize this style are found in Boucher's most famous paintings. These works portray the loves of the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses. The Rococo style also appears in his portraits, landscapes, book illustrations, and designs for tapestries and theatrical sets.