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What style has a lot of points of connection with baroque and is characterized by being very ostentatious and delicate?
What is Germain Boffrand's famous work in Paris?
Salon de la Princesse, Hotel de Soubise
Who designed the Royal Chapel at Versailles?
Jules Hardouin-Mansart
Which Rococo designer is known for the Hall of Mirrors in the Amalienburg?
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What is the title of Jean-Antoine Watteau's painting showing aristocrats leaving Cythera?
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Who is the artist behind 'The Pursuit'?
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What is the theme of Jean-Honorè Fragonard's painting 'The Swing'?
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What style is characterized by heavy weighty structures with classical elements such as columns and pediments?
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Which artist created the painting 'Oath of the Horatii'?
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Match the following artists with their notable works:
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What term refers to the category of painting created by the French Academy to describe Antoine Watteau's variations on the theme of courtship?
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What was the Enlightenment?
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What significant event does the 'Storming of the Bastille' mark?
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Define 'exemplum virtutis'.
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Study Notes
Rococo
- Emerged in the 18th century as a response to the grandeur of Baroque, characterized by delicate and whimsical designs.
- Originated in France, influenced by aristocrats who left Versailles to decorate their homes with Rococo aesthetics.
Germain Boffrand, Salon de la Princesse
- A notable example of Rococo architecture located in Hotel de Soubise, Paris (1737-40).
- Featured a living space adorned with mirrors, pastels, and gold, contrasting Baroque's seriousness.
French Baroque Architecture
- Characterized by darker tones and more horizontal lines, creating a closed-off, heavier aesthetic, as seen in Jules Hardouin-Mansart's Royal Chapel at Versailles.
Francois de Cuvilliés
- Renowned French Rococo designer known for early 18th-century designs, including the Hall of Mirrors in Amalienburg, Munich.
- Used motifs of birds and leaves to evoke a lighthearted ambiance.
Jean-Antoine Watteau, Pilgrimage to Cythera
- A Rococo painting depicting aristocrats at the mythological island of love, showcasing idyllic themes aimed at wealthy patrons, portraying romantic gatherings.
Jean-Honorè Fragonard
- Major Rococo painter known for creating series of paintings; "The Pursuit" (1771-2) highlights a young woman surprised by a young man with a rose.
The Meeting
- Another series painting by Fragonard (1771-2) where a young man's secret rendezvous with a woman is depicted with soft, romantic elements including a statue of Venus.
The Swing
- Fragonard's painting (1766) represents love and secret trysts with wild garden metaphors and playful details like a little dog and Cupid statue.
François Boucher
- Favored artist of the French aristocracy, known for sensual themes; his painting "Cupid a Captive" exemplifies Rococo style.
Neoclassicism
- A movement that revived classical art and culture inspired by Ancient Greece and Rome, emphasizing straight lines and simpler color palettes.
Jacques-Louis David
- A pivotal figure in Neoclassicism, known for stripped-down, serious themes, notably in "Oath of the Horatii" (1784-5) and "Death of Marat" (1793).
Pantheon (Church of St. Geneveive)
- Designed by Jacques-Germain Soufflot (1755-92), featured heavy, plain architecture with classical elements such as columns and domes, a stark departure from Rococo.
Transformation from Rococo to Neoclassicism
- Shift in fashion and art from Rococo's elaborate designs to the more restrained, simpler aesthetics of Neoclassicism, as seen in David's "Portrait of Madame de Verninac" (1798).
Fête Galante
- A genre of painting popularized by Antoine Watteau, depicting elegant gatherings and romantic encounters in idyllic settings.
The Enlightenment
- An intellectual movement in 18th-century Europe emphasizing reason, scientific inquiry, and rational thought on social and political issues.
French Revolution
- A series of events from 1789 to 1799 that ended the monarchy in France, leading to King Louis XVI’s execution and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Exemplum Virtutis
- Artwork illustrating moral lessons or virtues, promoting ethical examples to emulate.
The Academy
- Refers to the institution of art and education that established standards and practices in the art community, influencing movements like Neoclassicism.
History Painting
- A genre that conveys historical narratives, often found in the works of prominent artists during the Neoclassical period.
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This set of flashcards focuses on Rococo and Neoclassicism, exploring their characteristics and historical significance. Learn about the key styles, artists, and cultural context that shaped these important art movements in the 18th century.
