barokachtig

Barokachtig is a Dutch adjective used to describe something that resembles or is characteristic of the Baroque style. The Baroque period, which roughly spanned from the early 17th century to the mid-18th century, was a highly influential era in art, architecture, music, and literature.

Objects or styles described as barokachtig often exhibit key Baroque features. These can include a sense of drama, grandeur, and extravagance. In visual arts, this might translate to ornate details, rich colors, and dynamic compositions that evoke strong emotions. In architecture, barokachtig elements would suggest elaborate facades, soaring interiors, and a profusion of decorative motifs like sculptures, stucco work, and gilding.

The term implies an imitation or an echo of the Baroque, rather than a pure example from the historical period itself. It can be used to describe contemporary creations that draw inspiration from Baroque aesthetics, or older works that share similarities without being strictly Baroque. The connotation is generally one of ornate richness and a departure from simpler, more restrained styles. It suggests a style that is elaborate, often theatrical, and filled with a sense of movement and opulence, capturing the spirit of the Baroque without necessarily being from that precise historical context.