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Article: Collectors Love Rich Look of Rococo
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- June 25, 1995
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From the time it was introduced in France, during the reign of
King Louis XV (1710-1774), the Rococo styles in decorative arts and
architecture, have never lost their popularity. And they have never
stopped being reproduced.
Depending on the piece and the dates, even late 19th and early
20th century can cost big bucks. There is something about the look
of mixed wood marquetry inlays, ornate carving and gilt bronze,
associated with Rococo, that continues to entice buyers.
Everything from candelabrum to silver and furniture has been
reproduced in Rococo. If a maker can be identified, that ups the
price, even of late 19th century pieces. A case in point is the
Erard grand piano, attributed ...