French Classical Baroque 1589 - 1715 Flashcards

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3 periods of the French Classical Baroque

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Henry IV 1589-1610
Louis XIII 1610-1643
Louis XIV 1643-1715

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What followed French Classical Baroque?

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Rococo 1715-1793

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Architect for Louis XIV, then they tore all of it down

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Bernini

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How does French Classical Baroque differ from Italian Baroque?

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Avoided erratic and bizarre shapes
Preferred an orderly and rhythmic exterior
More pure or strict application of classical decoration

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How is French Classical Baroque similar to Italian Baroque?

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  • Extremely rich interior decorations
  • Polychromatic and multi-material interiors
  • Sheer mass of some buildings, especially Versailles
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