Rococo: Elegance, Playfulness, and Light
Rococo emerged in early 18th-century Paris as a more delicate and playful successor to the heavy Baroque style. It is characterized by light colors, asymmetrical designs, and themes of love and nature.
Key Characteristics
- Pastel Palette: Use of soft pinks, blues, and creams.
- S-curves and C-scrolls: Fluid, organic lines inspired by shells and foliage.
- Lighthearted Themes: Depicting the leisure and romantic pursuits of the aristocracy.
Leading Figures
Jean-Antoine Watteau, François Boucher, and Jean-Honoré Fragonard.