Design and history of the French period is highly influential on today's society. During that time France was central to Romanesque and Gothic style-- yet they took it to a whole new level. Royalty always had to have a hand in the design process/ restoration through the years to have their own impact structures.Structures were amplified and personalized to who had been living there at the time. The french period was sub divided into different styles throughout the era:
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| Modern French inspired dining room |
- Early Renaissance (1484 - 1547)
- Middle Renaissance (1547 - 1589)
- Late Renaissance (1589 - 1643)
- Baroque Style (1643 - 1700)
- Regency Style (1700 - 1730)
- Rococo Style (1730 - 1760)
- Neoclassical Style (1760 - 1789)
- Revolution and Directoire
(1789 - 1804)
- Empire (1804 - 1820)
- Restoration Styles (1830 - 1879)
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| Painting of Palais de Versailles |
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| Palais de Versailles |
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| Galerie des Glaces in the Palais de Versailles |
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| Palais de Versailles |
The Chateau was a famous type of structure built during this time.These structures were incredibly large and majestic.An ornamaniste, or professional decorator was hired, this was the beginning of where our field was developed. During the French Baroque period, the Palais de Versailles was created. Originally this structure was created for Louis XIII as a hunting lodge. The Loui's were all about themselves and had people doing all of their work. These structures were only for their Monarchs to appreciate, never the lower class, but they were occupied by thousands including the help. In class we watched the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxIzMr2Ekpo I can not help but be completely impressed with watching the digital recreation of the Palais de Versailles. It is beyond me how large the chateau became and how immaculate the interiors were. One of the decorators was Master of Marquetry Andre Charles Boulle. His work is reflected in mirrored walls, the floors of wood mosaic, the inlaid paneling and the marquetry furniture in the Cabinet du Dauphin (1682-86). The Baroque period was defined by classic design presented in a dramatic manner. Art, architecture and design were central to the political strategy of Louis XIV. Strength was shown through bold materials and vivid decoration. The interiors were not the only part of Chateaus that was flawless. These amazing structures always help home to a series of beautiful gardens with fountains, sculptures, flowers, and decorative walking paths.
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| Modern French inspired foyer |
My 3rd Exam Rendering Reflecting the French Period:
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