Rococo Architectural Style
An amazing theatrical design style.
Rococo Architecture was a style of art and architecture that dominated Europe during the 18th century. It is characterized by lightness, intricacy, and exuberance.
It is also referred to as Late Baroque, is an exuberant and theatrical design style.
Rococo architectural design often refers to buildings constructed in 18th century France, but the aesthetic also influenced music, art, furniture, and more.
Rococo was the style du jour for a relatively brief time compared to other aesthetic movements.
In Germany.
This library was built in the Rococo architectural style in 1824–26 CE.
A bookshelf in the Abbey of Waldsassen in Bavaria, Germany.
The library was built in 1724–6. Karl Stilp, a local sculptor from the 18th century, created the intricate linden wood carvings that adorn the walls and banisters.
The library also features an amazing painted ceiling with ornamental plasterwork made by Karl Hofreiter.
