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The Swing

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

"The Swing" is an iconic painting created by Jean-Honoré Fragonard during the Rococo period. It depicts a young woman on a swing being pushed by her lover while another man looks up her dress from below. The painting is known for its playful and flirtatious atmosphere.

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