After Francois Boucher (1703-1770) French, Neoclassical Mezzotint Engraving Print "The Rising of the Sun". Limited-edition mezzotint by Ernest Stamp, titled "The Rising of the Sun," is an exquisite color-printed reproduction of François Boucher’s iconic mythological painting, published by The Museum Galleries in London. Engraved by Ernest Stamp. Museum label on back. Framed.

Overall Size: 25 x 22 in.
Sight Size: 17 x 13 1/2 in.

Francois Boucher (1703-1770)r was an influential 18th-century French painter and decorative artist, closely associated with the Rococo style, known for its playful elegance, soft colors, and sensual themes. Born in Paris in 1703, he became a favorite of the royal court, particularly under Louis XV, and worked extensively for Madame de Pompadour, producing portraits, mythological scenes, and pastoral landscapes. Boucher’s work often depicted idealized visions of love and leisure, drawing on classical mythology and everyday rural life, with paintings such as Diana Leaving the Bath and The Toilet of Venus exemplifying his ornate, decorative approach. Beyond painting, he also contributed to tapestry design, book illustration, and theater set design, making him one of the most versatile and commercially successful artists of his time.

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