Inside The Rococo Art Movement That Dominated The Late Baroque

By All That's Interesting | Edited By John Kuroski

Published December 4, 2011

Updated February 1, 2024

Rococo Art: Jean-Honoré Fragonard, 1732 – 1806

The most prolific of the Rococo artists, Fragonard’s work was characterized by bright colors, joyful subjects and scenery, and thinly veiled erotic imagery. His most recognizable and exquisite work is the 1767 painting ‘The Swing’.

The Swing

The Bathers

Rinaldo in the Gardens of Armida

The Shepherdess

If you enjoyed this look at the Rococo art period, check out our other posts on surrealism art and fascinating public art around the world.

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Established in 2010, All That's Interesting brings together a dedicated staff of digital publishing veterans and subject-level experts in history, true crime, and science. From the lesser-known byways of human history to the uncharted corners of the world, we seek out stories that bring our past, present, and future to life. Privately-owned since its founding, All That's Interesting maintains a commitment to unbiased reporting while taking great care in fact-checking and research to ensure that we meet the highest standards of accuracy.

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John Kuroski is the editorial director of All That's Interesting. He graduated from New York University with a degree in history, earning a place in the Phi Alpha Theta honor society for history students. An editor at All That's Interesting since 2015, his areas of interest include modern history and true crime.

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