François Boucher: The Architect of Rococo François Boucher, born in Paris in 1703, stands as a pivotal figure in the history of French art, inextricably linked to the rise and flourishing of the Rococo style. More than simply a painter, he was an orchestrator – a master designer who shaped interiors, costumes, and decorative arts, effectively defining the aesthetic sensibilities of his era. His career, spanning nearly five decades, witnessed a remarkable evolution from humble beginnings as a printmaker to becoming the most celebrated artist in the service of Louis XV, a testament to his unpa…