Voltaire and his followers condemned Rococo ridiculing its jumble of shells, dragons, reeds, palm trees and plants. Starting in 1740, Rococo became symmetrical: the same general shapes and ornaments are placed symmetrically and less profusely. The idea of furniture had evolved from a symbol of status and took on a role in comfort and versatility. Furniture could be easily moved around for gatherings, and many specialized forms came to be such as the fauteuil chair, the voyeuse chair, and the berger en gondola. Furniture was also freestanding, instead of being anchored by the wall, to accentuate the light-hearted atmosphere and versatility of each piece.