oco took place during the first half of the 18th century throughout Europe. The Rococo art style is erotic, sexual, and utilizes escapism. Escapism means that art is not meant to be serious. Several popular themes arose during the Rococo period such as affection, love and flowers. The neoclassical period was a time of Enlightenment. Inspirational artists of the time were encouraged to tour extensively before becoming famous artists. The grand tour is when these artists went to various places such as Rome to observe the techniques used in famous paintings and architecture. Both the Rococo and Neoclassical eras would lead to a new construction of government. During the Rococo era an artist named Jean-Antonie Watteau created a work of art called "The Sign for Gersaint's Workshop". Watteau's painting style was mainly influenced by Peter Paul Rubens. Rubens was a respected Baroque painter who emphasized sensuality, color and movement in his art. Watteau was considered one of the most respected artists of his time in the Rococo period and graduated...