What you are looking at
In a lush garden, a young woman in a pink dress swings high, kicking off one slipper, while a young man hidden in the bushes below looks up at her and an older man pushes the swing from behind.
Why it is famous
It is the best known image of the Rococo: playful, flirtatious and lavish. It was painted in the 1760s for a private patron.
How big is The Swing?
The Swing measures 81 × 64.2 cm (31.9 × 25.3 in), without its frame. It is roughly the same size as the Mona Lisa.
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Where to see it
It is at the Wallace Collection in London, a free museum in a historic house.
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Frequently asked questions
Who painted The Swing?
Jean-Honoré Fragonard painted The Swing in c. 1767.
Where is The Swing?
The Swing is in The Wallace Collection, London, United Kingdom.
How big is The Swing?
81 × 64.2 cm (31.9 × 25.3 in). It is roughly the same size as the Mona Lisa.
What is The Swing made with?
Oil on canvas.
Sources: Wikidata Q2629559; Wikipedia, "The Swing". Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.