The 18th century saw the birth of the modern age. Absolutist states that had fused monarchy and religion, and had promoted the Baroque style in the arts, were challenged by the Enlightenment, which ...

Statement Pieces’ puts iconic couture garments in conversation with the Louvre’s collection of historical furniture and ...

Art historians who’ve examined the unsigned piece believe it was painted by Gaspare Diziani, an 18th century Italian artist ... called the Rococo or Baroque period, marked a shift toward ...

“Originating in the 18th century in France ... airy architecture, art and decorations,” said Thompkins. "Inspired by the glamour of Marie Antoinette, who led Rococo fashion with huge, poufy ...