During this era, rulers influence was more important than the religious and political factors. Royal "taste" is what determined their design styles at this time. The Baroque style was used during this time which was known as "The Golden Age," and it was led by Louis XIV. Louis XII died in 1643, and Louis XIV was proclaimed the king at only 5 years old.
The Palais de Versailles was built during this time, and it was considered the original hunting ground. The interiors during this time gave off a very royal appearance. The public rooms had the same interior appearances to them. They had a classical architecture style as well as the decorations. They had very regal dimensions such as, 15' ceilings, and 11' doors. There design was mainly symmetrical , with balanced doors and windows. These rooms can be summed up with the words large and dignified. The hall of mirrors (Galerie des Glaces) had a barrel vault ceiling, the windows matched the mirrors, and the furniture chandeliers, sconces, and planters were all solid silver. They also used a royal "L" monogram at this time for the interiors. Color was definitely emphasized in the architecture. They commonly used colored marble, and pilaster shafts. The paneling was usually white, off white, gray with moldings, or carved ornament gilding. While the brighter colors were used in paintings, tapestries, and rugs, and the furniture was usually placed against the walls and pulled out as needed.
The furniture during this time was most commonly made by Andre Charles Boulle, and he was considered the chief cabinetmaker. He had the most remarkable work at the place of versailles especially. The materials that were commonly used were Tortoise shell, metal (brass or silver) or ebony. And it was a very lengthy process to make all of this. There was one chair used quite often. This was the Louis XIV chair. It had a high back, which demonstrated a sense of greatness, there was also a wide seat for wider dresses. There was also a Berger chair that was introduced during this time, and its still used today. This chair is an upholstered french arm chair with an upholstered back with armrests on the upholstered frames. Materials during this time were from china and japan. Such as porcelain figures, vases, lacquer work, silk, and screens.
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