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[H2]About the Artist[/H2] [B]Jean-Antoine Watteau[/B] (1684-1721) was a French Rococo artist, known for his paintings of elegant scenes and gallant characters. He is considered one of the founders of the Rococo style, which emphasized lightness, grace, and delicate colors. [H2]Title and Size[/H2] The title of this painting is Gilles, also known as Pierrot. It measures 184.5 by 149.5 cm, making it a somewhat unusual case in Watteau's body of work. [H2]Media and Style[/H2] This painting is an oil on canvas, created in the later phase of Watteau's career. The Rococo style is evident in the delicate colors, lightness, and grace of the composition. [H2]Date and Location[/H2] Gilles was painted around 1718-1719 and is housed at the [A href='https://WahooArt.com/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=musée+du+louvre,musée,louvre&']Musée du Louvre[/A] in Paris, France. [H2]Description of the Painting[/H2] The painting depicts a confused actor with slowly fading smile who appears to have forgotten his lines. Watteau has materialized into the fearful reality of existence, sporting as his only armor the white costume of Pierrot, the traditional character of Italian commedia dell'arte. The figure is surrounded by an empty stage and a dark background, emphasizing the isolation and loneliness of the character. [H2]Order Your Own Gilles[/H2] Now you can order your own canvas print or oil-painted replica of Gilles directly from WahooArt. Simply visit our website ([A HREF='https://WahooArt.com/@@/9AVCEV-WahooArt-in-your-pocket']View on WahooArt[/A]) and browse through our extensive collection of artworks. [H2]Discover More Rococo Paintings[/H2] If you're interested in learning more about the Rococo movement, check out our article on [B]Rococo Movement Overview[/B] ([A HREF='https://WahooArt.com/@@/9AVCEV-WahooArt-in-your-pocket']View on WahooArt[/A]). You can also browse through our collection of Rococo paintings and find your new favorite artwork. [H2]Explore More Watteau Paintings[/H2] If you're a fan of Jean-Antoine Watteau, check out our article on [B]Watteau Paintings, Bio, Ideas[/B] ([A HREF='https://WahooArt.com/@@/9AVCEV-WahooArt-in-your-pocket']View on WahooArt[/A]) and discover more about his life and work. You can also browse through our collection of Watteau paintings and find your new favorite artwork. [H2]Conclusion[/H2] Gilles is a masterpiece of French Rococo art, showcasing the delicate colors, lightness, and grace that define the style. Order your own canvas print or oil-painted replica today and bring this beautiful painting into your home.