Rococo

Rococo is an ornate style originating in France in the 18th century and evolving from the Baroque style.

Rococo Furniture in brief:

• Influence of French Rococo, Chinese and Gothick;
• Mahogany main wood;
• Carved cabriole legs;
• Claw and ball feet;
• Fretwork and Chinese motifs in backs of chairs;
• Fabrics are brocade, leather, velour.

Rococo  colors:

• In France the Rococo style used delicate colours such as pink, white, yellow, azure blue and ivory mixed with cream and gold;
• Appliqué on clear colours was fashionable.

Rococo flooring:

Rugs often Oriental in design - rugs with small patterns and in Chinese designs on blue grounds are typical.