In the 17th and 18th centuries, French decorative arts transformed furniture from mere household objects into unique means of artistic expression. This era reached its peak during the reign of Louis XV, influenced heavily by the patronage of Madame de Pompadour. Satenik Chugaszyan, PhD in Art History, will present an exceptional masterpiece from the National Gallery’s collection, detailing its artistic features and historical context: • The light forms and delicate carvings of the Rococo era • The luxury aesthetics of the 18th-century French aristocracy • How intimate and high-value interiors were shaped by the tastes of the time The lecture will be held in the French Art Hall of the National Gallery of Armenia. Admission is included with a gallery ticket.