Neo-Classical1740-1860

1720- First settlements in Virginia 1789-1799- French Revolution 1775-1785- American Revolution

Events of the Neo-Classical Era

Contemporary Rococo style Architecture emulated both classical and

Renaissance structures Paintings were devoid of pastel colors,

instead they have sharp colors.

Characteristics

Jacques-Louis David. French. Rococo style and paintings were political. Official painter to Napoleon.

Thomas Jefferson. American. Architect. Style associated with Ancient Rome and Greece influences.

Francois Gerard. French. Illustrations of literature.

Artists

The Death of Socratesby Jacques-Louis David

Monticelloby Thomas Jefferson

Napoleon at the Battle of Austerlitzby Francois Gerard

Influence by the Classical period◦ Tall columns that reach toward the top of

buildings◦ Symmetrical shape◦ Triangular pediment◦ Domed roof

Neo-Classical Architecture

Neoclassicism is the name given to Western movements in the decorative and visual arts, literature, theatre, music, and architecture that are inspired from the classical art culture of Ancient Greece or Ancient Rome.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoclassicism

Neo-Classical Summary