The document discusses the Baroque era, which developed in Europe from the early 17th to mid-18th century. It was championed by the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant Reformation. The Baroque era was characterized by extravagant, complex, and ornate styles, especially in art, architecture, theater, and music. Specific examples highlighted include paintings by Peter Paul Rubens and architectural works like St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
2. developed in Europe from the early 17th to mid-18th century By catholic church in response to protestant reformation Extravagant, complex, or bizarre, especially in ornamentation Rough or imperfect pearl Introduction