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Definitions for Rococo
rəˈkoʊ koʊ, ˌroʊ kəˈkoʊro·co·co
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Princeton's WordNet
rococoadjective
fanciful but graceful asymmetric ornamentation in art and architecture that originated in France in the 18th century
rococoadjective
having excessive asymmetrical ornamentation
"an exquisite gilded rococo mirror"
Wiktionary
rococonoun
A style of baroque architecture and decorative art, from 18th century France, having elaborate ornamentation.
rococoadjective
Of, or relating to the rococo style.
rococoadjective
Over-elaborate or complicated.
rococoadjective
Old-fashioned.
Wikipedia
Rococo
Rococo (, also US: ), less commonly Roccoco or Late Baroque, is an exceptionally ornamental and theatrical style of architecture, art and decoration which combines asymmetry, scrolling curves, gilding, white and pastel colours, sculpted moulding, and trompe-l'œil frescoes to create surprise and the illusion of motion and drama. It is often described as the final expression of the Baroque movement.The Rococo style began in France in the 1730s as a reaction against the more formal and geometric Louis XIV style. It was known as the "style Rocaille", or "Rocaille style". It soon spread to other parts of Europe, particularly northern Italy, Austria, southern Germany, Central Europe and Russia. It also came to influence the other arts, particularly sculpture, furniture, silverware, glassware, painting, music, and theatre. Although originally a secular style primarily used for interiors of private residences, the Rococo had a spiritual aspect to it which led to its widespread use in church interiors, particularly in Central Europe, Portugal, and South America.
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rococo
Rococo is a highly decorative and theatrical style of architecture, art, and decoration which originated in France in the early 18th century. It is characterized by intricate patterns, curves, ornate details, light colors, and a general sense of cheerfulness and whimsy. The style was a reaction against the grandeur of the Baroque, aiming instead for a more intimate and comfortable aesthetic.
Webster Dictionary
Rococonoun
a florid style of ornamentation which prevailed in Europe in the latter part of the eighteenth century
Rococoadjective
of or pertaining to the style called rococo; like rococo; florid; fantastic
Etymology: [F.; of uncertain etymology.]
Wikidata
Rococo
Rococo, less commonly roccoco, also referred to as "Late Baroque", is an 18th-century artistic movement and style, which affected several aspects of the arts including painting, sculpture, architecture, interior design, decoration, literature, music and theatre. The Rococo developed in the early part of the 18th century in Paris, France as a reaction against the grandeur, symmetry and strict regulations of the Baroque, especially that of the Palace of Versailles. In such a way, Rococo artists opted for a more jocular, florid and graceful approach to Baroque art and architecture. Rococo art and architecture in such a way was ornate and made strong usage of creamy, pastel-like colours, asymmetrical designs, curves and gold. Unlike the more politically focused Baroque, the Rococo had more playful and often witty artistic themes. With regards to interior decoration, Rococo rooms were designed as total works of art with elegant and ornate furniture, small sculptures, ornamental mirrors, and tapestry complementing architecture, reliefs, and wall paintings. The Rococo additionally played an important role in theatre. In the book The Rococo, it is written that there was no other culture which "has produced a wittier, more elegant, and teasing dialogue full of elusive and camouflaging language and gestures, refined feelings and subtle criticism" than Rococo theatre, especially that of France.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Rococo
rō-kō′kō, n. a debased style of architecture and decoration in the 18th century, marked by endless multiplication of ornamental details. [Fr., prob. from Fr. rocaille, rockwork.]
The Nuttall Encyclopedia
Rococo
name given to a debased style of architecture, overlaid with a tasteless, senseless profusion of fantastic ornamentation, without unity of design or purpose, which prevailed in France and elsewhere in the 18th century.
The New Hacker's Dictionary
rococo
Terminally baroque. Used to imply that a program has become so encrusted with the software equivalent of gold leaf and curlicues that they have completely swamped the underlying design. Called after the later and more extreme forms of Baroque architecture and decoration prevalent during the mid-1700s in Europe. Alan Perlis said: “Every program eventually becomes rococo, and then rubble.” Compare critical mass.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Rococo in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Rococo in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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