The publication is a monograph and catalogue raisonné of Restout's entire oeuvre. The monograph describes the artist's career from his youthful works, his so-called "Jansenist years" (1727-1737), mature period (1739-1750), and late career as an Academician. There is also a discussion of Restout's paintings and drawings, and the legacy of his distinctive style, the so-called "l'ecole des pointus". Appendices include a family tree and a chronology. Note is made of the principal events concerning the Jansenist quarrels of the 18th century as well as Restout's critical fortunes.