The Triumph of Venus (1740) by Francois Boucher

The Triumph of Venus (1740) — François Boucher

Sea-spray, silk, and celestial mischief. Boucher’s Rococo fantasia sweeps Venus ashore attended by nymphs, tritons, and a chorus of fluttering putti. Pearly light, coral pinks, and liquid blues turn mythology into theatre—sumptuous, playful, and gloriously alive. This fine-art print brings 18th-century elegance and luminous romance to your space.

Why it captivates

• Rococo splendour — creamy light, pastel palette, and lavish ornament.

• Myth as pageant — Venus enthroned amid nymphs, dolphins, and shell-borne seas.

• Delicious detail — pearls, drapery, and foam rendered with effortless flair.

• Graceful movement — swirling diagonals that animate the whole scene.

• Art-historical classic — Boucher at the height of his decorative genius.

• Statement artwork — sumptuous focal point for salons, bedrooms, and libraries.

What you’ll see

Venus arriving from the sea; attendants offering garlands and shells; playful putti skimming the air; dolphins and tritons frothing the shallows; cloud-soft light washing satin drapery and warm skin tones. Up close: feather-fine highlights and jewelled accents. From a step back: a radiant, theatrical tableau.

A richer historical frame

Painted in 1740, Boucher’s Triumph of Venus embodies French Rococo—myth reinvented for pleasure and display. The artist’s airy color, fluent line, and decorative choreography set a tone that would define Parisian taste for decades, influencing interiors, tapestry, and courtly imagery across Europe.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

841 × 671 mm (approx. 33.11 × 26.42 in)

• Orientation: Landscape

• Aspect ratio: ~1.253 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom landscape mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: cut the mat window to ~837 × 667 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.

  • Contemporary: float-mount in an A0 frame for a generous gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Rococo romantics and lovers of mythic imagery

• Collectors & stylists curating luxurious, light-filled interiors

• Educators & galleries exploring 18th-century French painting

• Gift-givers celebrating weddings, anniversaries, and housewarmings

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let Venus’ radiant pageant grace your home—order your fine-art print of Boucher’s Triumph of Venus today.