Perfect Accord (1719). Oil on panel. 33 x 28. Perfect Harmony or Perfect Accord is a painting by the French Rococo artist Antoine Watteau, created in 1719. It is now in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The painting depicts a group of musicians in an idyllic outdoor setting, playing various instruments including a violin, a flute, and a cello. The figures are arranged in a loose circle, with the central figure of a woman holding a sheet of music. The scene is bathed in soft, warm light, and the figures are rendered with delicate brushwork and muted colors, typical of Watteau's style. The painting is considered one of Watteau's masterpieces, and it is a prime example of the Rococo style, which emphasized elegance, grace, and the pleasures of life. The theme of music was a popular one in Rococo art, and Perfect Harmony is notable for its depiction of the harmonious interplay between the musicians, suggesting a sense of unity and balance. The painting was originally owned by the French banker and collector Pierre Crozat, and it later passed through several private collections before being acquired by LACMA in 1953. It is now considered one of the museum's most important holdings of French Rococo art, and it is a popular attraction for visitors. Perfect Harmony has been widely reproduced and imitated, and it has had a significant influence on the development of European art. Watteau's innovative approach to composition, color, and mood helped to establish the Rococo style as a major force in 18th-century art, and his work continues to inspire artists and art lovers today.
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