Periodicals > The Bulletin > Vol. 72, No. 11
| Name: | School of Rococo |
| Authors: | Quinn, Tom |
| Indexed Date: | 1 Feb. 2025 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Quinn, Tom. “School of Rococo.” The Bulletin, Vol. 72, No. 11, Nov. 2023, p. 31, https://www.aanr.com/member-benefits |
Summary
French painting before the Revolution catered to the tastes of the monarchy and nobility, featuring frivolous and superficial subjects. Jean-Antoine Watteau stood out with emotionally rich works, while François Boucher's art mirrored superficiality. Jean-Honoré Fragonard, influenced by Boucher, embraced a flowery style, but faced challenges due to the Revolution's rejection of rococo art. Nonetheless, he was saved by Jacques-Louis David, who valued his artistic contributions.