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    rococo
    /rəˈkəʊkəʊ/

    adjective

    • 1. denoting furniture or architecture characterized by an elaborately ornamental late baroque style of decoration prevalent in 18th-century continental Europe, with asymmetrical patterns involving motifs and scrollwork: "a rococo carved gilt mirror"

    noun

    • 1. the rococo style of art, decoration, or architecture: "rococo is alive and living in our hearts"

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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RococoRococo - Wikipedia

    Rococo, less commonly Roccoco (/ rəˈkoʊkoʊ / rə-KOH-koh, US also / ˌroʊkəˈkoʊ / ROH-kə-KOH; French: [ʁɔkɔko] or [ʁokoko] ⓘ), also known as Late Baroque, is an exceptionally ornamental and dramatic style of architecture, art and decoration which combines asymmetry, scrolling curves, gilding, white and pastel colours ...

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMeaning of rococo in English - Cambridge Dictionary

    noun [ U ] uk / rəˈkəʊ.kəʊ / us / rəˈkoʊ.koʊ /. a very decorated and detailed style in buildings, art, and furniture that was popular in Europe in the 18th century: The collection is known mainly as a treasure-house of the French rococo.

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  5. www.britannica.com › art › RococoRococo | Definition, Art, Painting, & Characteristics |...

    Sep 19, 2024 · Rococo is a style of decorative arts, painting, architecture, and sculpture that originated in Paris in the early 18th century and spread to other countries. It is characterized by lightness, elegance, and an exuberant use of curving natural forms in ornamentation.

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  6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › rococoRococo Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Rococo is an artistic style of the 18th century marked by fanciful curved forms and elaborate ornamentation. Learn more about its origin, examples, and usage from Merriam-Webster Dictionary.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › rococoROCOCO Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    a style of architecture and decoration, originating in France about 1720, evolved from Baroque types and distinguished by its elegant refinement in using different materials for a delicate overall effect and by its ornament of shellwork, foliage, etc.

  8. www.perlego.com › knowledge › study-guidesWhat is Rococo? | Definition, Analysis & Examples | Perlego

    Jan 16, 2024 · Rococo paintings feature figures in floaty, pastel colors against rich foliage or lavishly decorated interiors, creating a sense of opulence and joy. The rococo aesthetic was particularly prevalent in the decorative arts.

  9. www.vam.ac.uk › articles › the-rococo-style-an-introductionThe Rococo style – an introduction · V&A

    Rococo was a rebellious and ornamental design style that emerged in France in the 1720s and 30s and spread to England. Learn about its features, motifs, influences and pattern books from the V&A collection.