Rocailles 1731 - 1775

Emanuel Eichel's "Rocailles," presents us with swirling forms, floral patterns, and shell-like curves, all hallmarks of the Rococo style. These motifs aren't merely decorative; they're symbolic of a world in flux, a departure from the rigid symmetry of the past. Consider the shell, a symbol seen since antiquity, often associated with Venus, goddess of love and beauty. Here, it morphs, loses its classical purity, becomes playful, almost subversive. Similarly, the floral motifs, bursting forth from every corner, evoke a sense of unbridled growth, vitality, and perhaps, a subtle chaos. These motifs tap into our collective memory, echoing the eternal human fascination with nature's beauty and its chaotic power. Such imagery engages us on a deeply subconscious level, stirring emotions tied to growth, decay, and transformation, reflecting the ever-changing currents of human experience. Eichel's Rococo doesn't just decorate; it provokes, reminding us of the cyclical nature of history and the enduring power of symbols to shape our perceptions.