Jean Baptiste Joseph Pater

Jean Baptiste Joseph Pater was an artist active in painting and printmaking during the period spanning 1695 to 1729. His historical significance is affirmed by the inclusion of his works in major American collections, notably the Art Institute of Chicago, the National Gallery of Art, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Based on current documentation across these institutional holdings, Pater is represented by fifteen documented works: 9 paintings, 3 drawings, and 3 prints. His known subject matter focused on social gatherings and genre scenes, reflected in key compositions such as La Bonne Aventure (The Fortune Teller), Fête Champêtre, and La Fête du Mai. Other works include the painting The Gift of the Fishermen and the drawing Man Leaning on a Wall (recto).

The verifiable presence of these Jean Baptiste Joseph Pater paintings, drawings, and prints across such prominent institutions establishes their clear provenance and demonstrates their museum-quality status. As many historical works of this era transition into the public domain, the preservation of original compositions means that high-quality prints of Pater's work remain accessible for research and collecting.