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Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to Neoclassicism and Romanticism art movements.
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Neoclassicism
An art movement from 1780 to 1840 characterized by inspiration from Ancient Greece and Rome, emphasizing order, solemnity, and classical themes.
Romanticism
An art movement from the late 18th to mid-19th century that emphasized emotion, individualism, and the sublime, often featuring historical themes and nature.
Age of Enlightenment
A cultural and intellectual movement in Europe emphasizing reason and individualism rather than tradition; it influenced Neoclassicism.
Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
A French painter and pupil of Jacques-Louis David known for his portraits and mythological themes, and his influence from Italian Renaissance artists.
Jacques-Louis David
An influential French painter of the Neoclassical style, known for works like 'The Death of Marat' and 'Napoleon Crossing the Alps'.
The Death of Marat
A painting by Jacques-Louis David depicting the murdered revolutionary leader Jean-Paul Marat as a martyr.
Napoleon Crossing the Alps
A painting by Jacques-Louis David that idealizes the real crossing of the Alps by Napoleon and his army.
The Apotheosis of Homer
A painting by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres commissioned to honor Homer, depicting him receiving great figures from ancient and contemporary times.
Subjective
Referring to Romanticism's embrace of individual perception and emotions, contrasting with the objective nature of Neoclassicism.
Painterly style
A technique associated with Romanticism characterized by visible brushstrokes and a less restrained approach to color.