baroque art

Characteristics of Baroque Art Baroque is the general term given to the style of artistic expression from the late 16th century to the middle of the 18th. Ironically, the term was first used contemptuously by critics to describe architecture and paintings that failed to meet their standards of beauty. Baroque art is an "intense movement of explosive energy." It is a powerful, awe inspiring, resplendent style that is full of flamboyant concepts and an overall …

…Baroque period, the aesthetic ideal permeated virtually all aspects of European culture—from architecture to furniture design and modes of dress. Although Baroque art faded out in the early 18th century as it evolved into a more delicate Rococco style, it was later applied to music and to literary movements. As it is with any period of art, the Baroque gave birth to quite a few respected and popular artists that are still enjoyed today.