Rococo Art 18th Century

Rococo art emerged in the early 18th century as a response to the grandeur and formality of Baroque style, focusing instead on lightness, grace, and the playful exploration of themes such as love, nature, and mythology. Characterized by its intricate ornamentation, delicate colors, and asymmetrical forms, Rococo art aimed to enchant and delight the viewer. It flourished primarily in France but also spread across Europe, influencing architecture, painting, sculpture, and interior design. Rococo artists favored themes of romance, frivolity, and fantasy, often depicting scenes of aristocratic leisure and pleasure. This period marked a departure from the religious and political themes of the Baroque era, embracing a more lighthearted and decorative aesthetic that reflected the social and cultural values of the time.

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Attributions

• By Jean-Honoré Fragonard - http://www.wga.hu/index1.html, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6700931