Jean-Honoré FragonardFrench, 1732–1806May one see it?
Paris, France
On public display.
October 1773
Second journey to Italy with Bergeret de Grancourt
After a summer trip to Flanders, he set off for Italy as guide to Pierre-Jacques Onésyme Bergeret de Grancourt; Fragonard also designed a family château for him.
September 1774
Return through Central Europe
The journey ended in September 1774 after visits to Vienna, Prague, Dresden, Frankfurt and, finally, Strasbourg.
1778
Marguerite Gérard — pupil and assistant
Fourteen-year-old Marguerite Gérard, his wife's sister, became his pupil and assistant.
1780
Birth of his son Alexandre-Évariste
His son Alexandre-Évariste was born, who later became a talented painter, sculptor and lithographer.
26 October 1780
Son born: Alexandre-Évariste Fragonard