Which feature is NOT typically associated with Rococo style?

• A. Symmetry
• B. Rocaille
• C. Curved Lines
• D. Ornamental Motifs

Answer: (A)

Rococo decor thrives on movement and playful, organic forms rather than formal balance. The term rocaille signals rock-and-shell ornamentation that defines its look, often arranged in lively, asymmetric motifs. Curved lines, or serpentine forms, flow through furniture legs, mirrors, and decorative plasterwork, giving that light, breezy feel. Ornamental motifs—floral sprays, shells, garlands—are lavish and decorative, yet rarely arranged in strict symmetry. This is why symmetry, while central to Baroque and neoclassical styles, is not typically associated with Rococo. The focus on asymmetrical, dynamic compositions creates the sense of spontaneity and whimsy that characterizes Rococo.