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INCALL MESSAGES

SCULPTURE

PAINTINGS

DRAWINGS

ARCHITECTURE

STATUARY

PORTRAITS

CLASSISM

VISUAL ART

ENGRAVINGS

SCENERY

What is neoclassical period?


The Neoclassical era, which emerged in the 18th century, was a cultural movement marked by a revival of
classical Greek and Roman art, architecture, literature, and philosophy. It emphasized rationality, order, and
clarity, rejecting the emotional excesses of the Baroque period. Neoclassical artists drew inspiration from
classical forms and subjects, favoring simplicity, symmetry, and moral themes. The movement was
influenced by Enlightenment ideals and had a lasting impact on art and culture.

Here are some of the notable artists and their works from this period.

1. Jacques-Louis David (1748-1825): One of the most prominent Neoclassical


painters, David's works often depicted classical subjects with a strong sense of
idealism and moral virtue. His famous works include "The Death of Socrates" and
"The Oath of the Horatii."

2. Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (1780-1867): Known for his meticulous


draftsmanship and refined style, Ingres was a leading figure in Neoclassical
painting. His works often featured historical and mythological subjects, such as
"The Grande Odalisque" and "The Apotheosis of Homer."
3. Francisco Goya (1746-1828) was a Spanish painter and printmaker who is often
associated with the transition from Neoclassicism to Romanticism in the art
world. While he shared some thematic concerns with Neoclassical artists, such as
his interest in history and social commentary, Goya's style and approach were
more diverse and experimental.

Goya's early works indeed show Neoclassical influences, particularly in his portraits and
historical paintings. However, as his career progressed, he developed a more personal
and introspective style, exploring themes such as the horrors of war, the supernatural,
and the complexities of human nature.

Goya's most famous works include "The Third of May 1808," which depicts the Spanish
resistance to Napoleon's army, and his haunting "Black Paintings," a series of murals he
painted directly onto the walls of his house, exploring themes of madness and despair.

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