What associations do you have when looking at works of art in the rococo style? The first thing that comes to mind is King Louis XIV, duels, wigs, whitewash, royal favorites in dresses with corsets. The asymmetric, dynamic elements of the rococo include a certain theatricality and lightness, luxurious pomp. As they often say, Rococo is a frivolous interpretation of Baroque, although, in fact, there is very little in common between them.
Rococo style arose at the beginning of the seventeenth century in France. The most striking example of the interior in this style is the Palace of Versailles. Elegantly playful, refined and exotic rococo is related to the ancient culture of Ancient Rome and Pompeii.
The term "rococo" itself came from "rocaille", which means - sink. This name is not accidental, because some patterns and elements actually resemble sea shells, with their curls and bends. In addition to the marine theme, we can see the details made in floral, oriental, Chinese ornaments. Ornaments should be everywhere, both on furniture and on the floor and ceiling. The brightest of them are emphasized by gilding. The walls are usually decorated with tapestries with patterns, carpets made of silk and wool. Rococo style and many mirrors, hung both over fireplaces and over sofas and tables, are distinguished. Stucco moldings, bas-reliefs are actively used. Do not forget about flowers that refresh the overall atmosphere. Several hundred houses are decorated in this way, because the palace ladies preferred orchids.
Furniture is of particular importance in the interior. Refined, luxuriously richly decorated furniture is characteristic of the style. It mixes the details of the Baroque, the design of the Middle Ages, Roman style finishes. The legs of sofas and tables resemble the paws of animals, returning fans of this style to Egyptian interiors. Chairs and armchairs are covered with covers of silk fabrics with complex finishes. All furniture has smooth rounded lines, here you will not find corners and rectangular shapes. Particular attention should be paid to canapes and fireplaces, without which the interior in the Rococo style would not be finished. The rococo style is also associated with mobile screens that appeared in the interiors of houses around the 15th century. Such screens visually change the space, make it possible to isolate themselves from the public, without leaving the room. He gave the world rococo and such household items as a chest of drawers, a secretary, a deck chair, etc. The furniture is arranged asymmetrically and even chaotically.
The color scheme is mostly pastel and surprisingly light. There are pearl, lettuce, pink, purple, marble, blue and white shades. They bring calm, harmony and romanticism to the space. All this creates the illusion of airiness, lightness of reverie and intimacy. Floral patterns, gilding and soft waves allow you to feel yourself in luxury and comfort. Various statues of Greek gods, painted ceilings, tapestries, curtains to match the furniture complement the decor. The interior also emphasizes the abundant number of different candelabra, porcelain and earthenware fixtures. I would like to pay special attention to vases, both large floor with painting and stucco, and miniature. Vases are made primarily of porcelain and earthenware, also of crystal. The dishes were made of silver.
Today, the rococo style in the interior is quite difficult to meet. Those who can afford expensive and luxurious things choose it. Mostly choose this style for the decor of bathrooms and bedrooms, as well as living rooms in country houses. In modern apartments, the rococo style is not so appropriate. However, if you can afford a similar setting in a country house, then it will be refined, luxurious and beautiful.