You've surely seen them before, on porcelain, canvas, or even tapestry: these charming little couples courting each other in the countryside. But who are they? Why are they...? Learn more

Rococo ornamentation, often discussed in contrast to classical antiquity, appeared in Baroque Europe and developed until… Learn more

The peaceful and prosperous reign of Louis XV (1715-1774) allowed for a prodigious development of the arts, literature, and sciences. The construction of new palaces, the flourishing of… Learn more