Module 5
The Rococo style grew out of the late Baroque style in France and became popular among the French aristocrats who moved from Versailles to Paris after the death of Louis XIV. Neoclassicism then emerged as a stark contrast to Rococo tastes in support of the French Revolution. Respond to each of the following questions:
1.What are the main subjects and themes of Rococo art? How do these differ from the Baroque art that we discussed in the previous module (hint: Christianity vs. worldly)? Cite ONE example to support your argument
2. How did the style and ideals of Neoclassical artists such as Jacques-Louis David oppose those of the Rococo?
Compare and contrast one Rococo work of art to a Neoclassical work of art.
3.What are the major stylistic and iconographic differences?
Answer under each question.
