French Renaissance

The  French Renaissance was a artistic and cultural movement  between the 15th and 17th centuries. The period is paired with the pan-European Renaissance and includes the spread of humanism along with the incorporation of new artistic forms of printing, architecture, music, sculpturing, and painting. Also, new codes of sociability were introduced as well as codes of etiquette and discourse. 

The French Renaissance lasted roughly between the French invasion of Italy in the year of 1494 to the reign of Charles VIII until the death of Henry IV in the year of 1610.  The French word for Renaissance literally means "Rebirth" which is why this era was know as the era of rebirth for new design techniques. France followed the gothic style of design which included Large windows, high ceilings, rib vaults, and ornaments were incorporated throughout this era. 

Here are some famous architectural sites during the French Renaissance:

Here is the Chateau de Chambord, which was one of the most well known Chateau's during this era. 

Here is the Palais Ducal de Nevers:

Here is the Chateau de Fontainebleu:

Here are some current application of Design style of French Furniture :

Below here is a link to a short documentary on the French Renaissance:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bosu6_qw2W0