"Classicism, in the arts, refers generally to a high regard for a classical period, classical antiquity in the Western tradition, as setting standards for taste which the classicists seek to emulate."
This topic examines classicism in art and architecture, including the use of classical forms, symmetry, and proportion.
Ancient Greece and Rome: Classical art and architecture draw on the styles and motifs of ancient Greece and Rome, so studying the cultures themselves is important to understand the context of classicism.
The Enlightenment: A period of intellectual and cultural development in Europe that heavily influenced classicism, emphasizing reason and beauty in art and architecture.
Neoclassicism: A later movement that revived classical styles in the 18th and 19th centuries, which offers insights into how classicism evolved over time.
Proportion and symmetry: Two key principles of classical art and architecture, which are based on mathematical formulas for harmony and balance.
Idealism: A philosophical concept that emphasizes the pursuit of perfect forms and ideals, which influenced the classical approach to art and architecture.
Humanism: A cultural movement that emphasized the importance of human values and achievements, which inspired classical artists to focus on depicting human beings as the center of their art.
Mythology and literature: Classical art and architecture often featured imagery from ancient myths and literature, so understanding these stories and their significance is important.
The role of patronage: Many classical works of art and architecture were commissioned by wealthy patrons or religious institutions, so understanding the context and motivations behind these commissions is important.
The influence of nature: Classical art and architecture often drew on natural forms and motifs, so studying nature and its role in classical art is important.
The impact of classical art and architecture on later movements: Classicism had a significant influence on subsequent artistic and architectural movements, so understanding the ways in which it influenced later art and architecture is important.
Ancient Greek Classicism: This type of classicism is characterized by the use of simple geometric forms, such as the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns, as well as the use of mythological and historical themes.
Ancient Roman Classicism: This type of classicism is similar to Ancient Greek Classicism but with some Roman influences. Roman classical architecture often features arches, domes, and vaulted ceilings.
Renaissance Classicism: Renaissance Classicism is characterized by a renewed interest in ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture. This style is known for its use of symmetry, proportion, and perspective.
Baroque Classicism: Baroque Classicism is a more ornate and elaborate style that emerged in the 17th century. It is characterized by a dramatic use of light and shadow, intricate decoration, and exaggerated forms.
Neoclassicism: Neoclassical art and architecture emerged in the 18th century as a reaction to the exuberance of the Baroque style. It emphasizes simplicity, clarity, and a return to the aesthetic ideals of ancient Greece and Rome.
Federal Classicism: This style emerged in the United States in the late 18th century and is characterized by a refined and elegant use of Neoclassical design elements. It emphasizes symmetry, balance, and a restrained use of ornamentation.
Art Deco Classicism: This style emerged in the early 20th century and is characterized by a modern and geometric interpretation of classical design elements. It emphasizes clean lines, bold shapes, and a futuristic aesthetic.
Classical Revival: This style emerged in the 19th and early 20th century, and it is characterized by a renewed interest in ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture. It incorporates classical design elements into contemporary buildings and includes styles such as Beaux-Arts and Greek Revival.
"It is an aesthetic attitude dependent on principles based in the culture, art and literature of ancient Greece and Rome, with the emphasis on form, simplicity, proportion, clarity of structure, perfection, restrained emotion, as well as explicit appeal to the intellect."
"The art of classicism typically seeks to be formal and restrained."
"A violent emphasis or a sudden acceleration of rhythmic movement would have destroyed those qualities of balance and completeness through which it retained until the present century its position of authority in the restricted repertoire of visual images."
"Classicism, as Clark noted, implies a canon of widely accepted ideal forms, whether in the Western canon that he was examining in The Nude (1956)."
"The Age of Enlightenment, when Neoclassicism was an important movement in the visual arts."
"Classicism is an aesthetic attitude dependent on principles based in the culture, art and literature of ancient Greece and Rome."
"The emphasis on form, simplicity, proportion, clarity of structure, perfection, restrained emotion."
"Classicism, in the arts, refers generally to a high regard for a classical period, classical antiquity in the Western tradition, as setting standards for taste which the classicists seek to emulate."
"It is an aesthetic attitude dependent on principles based in the culture, art, and literature of ancient Greece and Rome, with the emphasis on form, simplicity, proportion, clarity of structure, perfection, restrained emotion, as well as explicit appeal to the intellect."
"A violent emphasis or a sudden acceleration of rhythmic movement would have destroyed those qualities of balance and completeness through which it retained until the present century its position of authority in the restricted repertoire of visual images."
"The Age of Enlightenment, when Neoclassicism was an important movement in the visual arts."
"Classicism is a force that is often present in post-medieval European and European influenced traditions."
"If we object to his restraint and compression we are simply objecting to the classicism of classic art."
"A violent emphasis or a sudden acceleration of rhythmic movement would have destroyed those qualities of balance and completeness through which it retained until the present century its position of authority in the restricted repertoire of visual images."
"The art of classicism typically seeks to be formal and restrained."
"Classicism, as Clark noted, implies a canon of widely accepted ideal forms."
"Balance, completeness, and restrained emotion are qualities sought after in classicism."
"Classicism, as Clark noted, implies a canon of widely accepted ideal forms, whether in the Western canon."
"Neoclassicism was an important movement in the visual arts during the Age of Enlightenment."