Delicate
Delicate
Delicate APEX
Delicate colors and curved lines - Apex
Light pastels, ivory white, and gold had been the predominant colours, and Rococo decorators often used mirrors to decorate the feel of open space.
It overused mythological elements
Rubens
Realistic Important styles were Rococo and Neoclassicism.
The Rococo art movement, which emerged in the early 18th century in France, saw painters beginning to imitate elements of Baroque art, particularly its dramatic use of light and color, but with a more playful and intimate approach. They also drew inspiration from classical themes, incorporating delicate details and ornate decorations. Additionally, influences from Asian art and the natural world became prominent, leading to a focus on sensuality and frivolity in their works. Overall, Rococo artists sought to create a lighthearted and decorative aesthetic, contrasting with the grandeur of Baroque.
To create layers of paint that reflected light
Realist painters applied pure color directly onto the canvas; Impressionist painters did not.
Jan Knoef has written: 'Van romantiek tot realisme' -- subject(s): Art, Artists, Dutch, Dutch Artists 'Tusschen rococo en romantiek' -- subject(s): Dutch Painters, Painters, Dutch
Impressionist painters' interest in color is paralleled by the Impressionist composers' interest in timbre.