The document summarizes Neoclassicism and Romanticism between 1780-1840. Neoclassicism drew inspiration from classical Greco-Roman art and culture and emphasized order, logic and emotion. Key Neoclassical artists mentioned include Jacques-Louis David, known for historical paintings like "The Death of Marat", and Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. Neoclassical sculptors mentioned are Antonio Canova, known for marble nudes, and Bertel Thorvaldsen, who made sculptures of mythological figures and the Lion of Lucerne memorial.
2. Neoclassicism
The word ”neoclassic” comes from the Greek word “neos” meaning
“new” and the Latin word “classicus” which is similar in meaning to the
English phrase “first class.”
Neoclassicism is the name given to the Western movements in the
decorative and visual arts. Also, it applies to literature, theater, music, and
architecture that draw inspiration from the classical art and culture of
Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.
The Neoclassical movement coincided with the 18th century Age of
Reason also known as Age of Enlightenment. The art style was brought
about by the renewed interest of Greek and Roman Classics.
3. Neoclassicism
CHARACTERISTICS:
rebirth of Roman history
formal composition
the use of diagonals show the apex of emotion/moment
(versus a regular moment)
local color
overall lighting
classic geo-structure
5. Neoclassical Painter
Jacques-Louis David is an
influential French painter in the
Neoclassical style and considered to
be the pre-eminent painter of the
era. His subjects of paintings are more
on history.
6. Neoclassical Painter
Jacques-Louis David
Painting
The Death of Marat
Napoleon Crossing the Alps
David’s masterpiece that show portrayal of a
revolutionary martyr. This is a painting of the
murdered French revolutionary leader Jean-Paul
Marat.
This is the painting that shows a strongly idealized
view of the real crossing that Napoleon and his army
made across the Alps through the Great St. Bernard
Pass in May 1800.
7. Neoclassical Painter
Jacques-Louis David
Painting
It is a large painting that depicts a
scene from a Roman legend about a
dispute between Rome and Alba
Longa. The three brothers, all of
whom appear willing to sacrifice
their lives for the good of Rome, are
shown saluting their father who holds
their swords out for them.
Oath of the Horatii
8. Neoclassical Painter
Ingres is a pupil of Jacques-Louis David
and is influenced by Italian Renaissance painters
like Raphael.
His paintings are usually nudes, portraits
and mythological works. He is regarded as one
of the great exemplars of "academic art" and one
of the finest “Old Masters” of this era.
9. Neoclassical Painter
Jean-Auguste-Dominique
Ingres
The Apotheosis of Homer
This painting depicts Napoleon in his decadent
coronation costume, seated upon his golden-
encrusted throne, hand resting upon smooth
ivory balls.
This painting was a state commission by Charles
X to have himself remembered in the building
works of the Louvre.
Portrait of Napoleon on the Imperial Throne
10. Neoclassical Sculpture
Canova was a prolific Italian
sculptor who became famous for his
marble sculptures that delicately
rendered nude flesh.
11. This is a marble
sculpture of
Washington
currently displayed
at North Carolina
Museum of History.
Neoclassical Sculptor
Antonio Canova
Washington
A sculpture of Psyche Awakened by
Cupid’s Kiss
This is a marble sculpture of Washington currently
displayed at North Carolina Museum of History.
Psyche Awakened by Cupid’s Kiss
13. This is a marble
sculpture of
Washington
currently displayed
at North Carolina
Museum of History.
Neoclassical Sculptor
Bertel Thorvaldsen
Lion of Lucerne
This is a marble sculpture image of
resurrected Christ done by Thorvaldsen
This is a sculpture of a dying lion of Lucerne
Switzerland that commemorates the Swiss Guards
who were massacred in 1792 the French Revolution.
Christ
Notes de l'éditeur
Neoclassicism is a revival of the classical past
The beginning of a new era of art, using the modern technique.
the parts used to make a piece of artwork ( The art elements are line, shape, space, form, tone, texture, pattern, colour and composition.)
Apex (the top or highest part of something, especially one forming a point.)
typical features of a place or period that contribute to its particular character.
Light enables the perception of color,
*pre-eminent ( having paramount (supremacy) rank, dignity, or importance : OUTSTANDING, SUPREME)
