Norton Baroque and Neoclassical Vocabulary

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the Norton Baroque and Neoclassical art history chapters.

History Painting

A genre of painting that depicts historical, mythological, or religious narratives.

Angelica Kaufmann

An 18th-century Swiss painter known for her neoclassical style and history paintings.

Jacques Louis David

A prominent French painter in the neoclassical style known for his historical and mythological scenes.

Monticello

The plantation designed by Thomas Jefferson, reflecting neoclassical architecture.

Baroque

An artistic style characterized by dramatic effects, intricate details, and emotional intensity.

Illusionism

A technique in art that creates the illusion of three-dimensional depth on a flat surface.

Caravaggio

An Italian Baroque painter known for his use of chiaroscuro and realistic depictions.

Artemisia Gentileschi

A Baroque painter known for her powerful depictions of women from mythology and history.

Velazquez

A Spanish painter of the Baroque period known for his portraits and historical subjects.

Rubens

A Flemish Baroque painter known for his dynamic compositions and vivid color.

Genre Scene

A category of art depicting scenes of everyday life.

Stucco

A material made of lime, water, sand, and sometimes hair, used for coating walls and decorating.

Salon

An exhibition of art, often featuring the works of contemporary artists.

Collage

A technique of creating art by assembling different materials, such as paper, photos, and fabric.

Marquetry

The art of applying pieces of veneer to a structure to form decorative patterns.

Chinoiserie

A European artistic interpretation of Chinese motifs and design.

Pompei

Ancient Roman city preserved by volcanic ash, known for its art and architecture.

Grand Tour

An educational journey through Europe, especially popular among young aristocrats in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Patina

The surface appearance of something grown beautiful, especially with age.

Hierarchy of Genres

A classification in art that ranks genres from most to least esteemed.

Grand Manner

A style of painting that emphasizes grandeur and idealized beauty.

Gilded

Covered thinly with gold leaf or gold paint.

Conversation Pieces

Informal group portraits, often depicting family or friends engaged in conversation.

Automata

Self-operating machines that perform predetermined tasks or movements.

The Enlightenment

An intellectual movement in Europe emphasizing reason and individualism over tradition.

Satire

The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock.

The Pantheon

A historic building in Rome, known for its impressive dome and classical architecture.

Industrial Revolution

A period of significant industrial growth and change in the late 18th and 19th centuries.

Neoclassical

An artistic movement inspired by the classical art and cultures of Ancient Greece and Rome.

Pastel

A medium in art consisting of colored powder used to create drawings or paintings.

Rococo

An artistic style characterized by ornate detail, light colors, and playful themes.

Raking Light

A technique used to illuminate a surface from an angle to reveal texture and details.

Tenebrism

A painting technique that uses dramatic contrasts between light and dark.

Painterly

A style of painting characterized by visible brush strokes and an emphasis on color rather than detail.

Triptych

A work of art divided into three sections, often hinged together.

Impasto

A technique where paint is laid on the surface very thickly, resulting in texture.

Versailles

A royal palace in France known for its opulent architecture and gardens.