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rocaille

rocaille

9.9
A decorative style that uses shell and rock shapes on furniture and walls
  • noun
  • /roʊˈkaɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : rococó
  • She loves the intricate details of rocaille decorations.

Examples

  • Many 18th-century French salons featured rocaille decorations on their walls and ceilings.

  • The rocaille style is prominent in many 18th-century homes.

  • The ornate mirror was framed in the rocaille style, with delicate shell and rock patterns.

  • The museum's collection includes several pieces of furniture with intricate rocaille carvings.

  • The ornate mirror was surrounded by rocaille motifs, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of 18th-century design.

  • The room’s decor featured beautiful rocaille patterns, blending seamlessly with the elegant wallpaper.

  • In the museum, a stunning rocaille ceiling adorned with shells and vines captures the essence of baroque art.

Synonyms

rococo
vsrocaille
  • Specialized
2 9.9

An 18th-century French style of art and decoration with many curves and fine details

focuses on rock and shell motifs within that broader ornamentation

Surface Forms

rocaille singular
rocailes plural

Etymology

Rocaille comes from the French word roc 'rock', and it named an 18th-century decorative style that used shell and rock shapes. So saying something is in the rocaille style means it is covered in ornate shell and rock motifs.