the historic period from about 1600 until 1750 when the baroque style of art, architecture, and music flourished in Europe
"The tour guide explained that we were standing inside a cathedral built during the baroque period, when architects aimed to overwhelm visitors with drama and light."
elaborate and extensive ornamentation in decorative art and architecture that flourished in Europe in the 17th century
"The church featured a stunning baroque interior, filled with intricate gold leaf carvings and sweeping curves that defined the ornate style of the 17th century."
having elaborate symmetrical ornamentation
"the building...frantically baroque"
of or relating to or characteristic of the elaborately ornamented style of architecture, art, and music popular in Europe between 1600 and 1750
"The guide led us through a baroque cathedral where every pillar was twisted into an intricate scroll and the ceiling soared with cascading gold stucco."
From or characteristic of the Baroque period.
"The architect designed a baroque cathedral filled with swirling golden statues and elaborate stucco work that seemed to dance across every surface."
Ornate, intricate, decorated, laden with detail.
A period in western architecture, art and music from ca. 1600 to ca. 1760 CE, known for its abundance of drama, rich color, and extensive ornamentation.
"The cathedral's ceiling was a stunning example of baroque design, featuring swirling gold stucco work and dramatic lighting that made the space feel alive with movement."