classical

Examples of classical in the following topics:

• Neoclassicism

  • Neoclassicism refers to movements in the arts that draw inspiration from the "classical" art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome.
  • The classical revival, also known as Neoclassicism, refers to movements in the arts that draw inspiration from the "classical" art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome.
  • In music, the period saw the rise of classical music and in painting, the works of Jaques-Louis David became synonymous with the classical revival.
  • Executed in a classical style and adhering to classical themes, this sculpture is a typical example of the Neoclassical style.
  • Its austere facade, arched doorways and minimal symmetry reflect his adherence to classical stylistic values.

• Late Classical Period

  • Late Classical sculpture began to examine new subjects and emotions by creating elements of narrative and incorporating the viewer.
  • The Late Classical period covers the last decades of the Classical periods in the fourth century BCE before the conquest of Greece by Philip II of Macedon and the beginning of the Hellenistic period following the death of Alexander the Great.
  • Art from 400 to 323 BCE began to push at the boundaries created by Classical artists.
  • However, there had been a fundamental shift away from the fierce independence and classical culture of the Ancient Greek city-states, and instead toward the developing Hellenistic culture.
  • During the Late Classical Period, artist transitioned away from stoic sculptures of the gods and ideal forms, and into more human representation of the gods that began to explore emotion and personality.

• Carolingian Architecture in the Early European Middle Ages

  • Carolingian architecture is characterized by its attempts to emulate late Roman classicism, Christian, and Byzantine styles.
  • Carolingian architecture is characterized by its conscious attempts to emulate Roman classicism and Late Antiquity architecture.
  • For instance, the gatehouse of the monastery at Lorsch, built around 800 CE in Germany, exemplifies classical inspiration for Carolingian architecture, built as a triple-arched hall dominating the gateway, with the arched facade interspersed with attached Roman-style classical columns and pilasters above .
  • Lorsch Abbey (800 CE) demonstrates the Roman-classical inspiration the Carolingians took for their architecture, with a triple arch hallway dominating the gateway and interspersed with classical Roman pillars.

• Sculpture in the High Renaissance

  • Sculpture in the High Renaissance demonstrates the influence of classical antiquity and ideal naturalism.
  • While the Pieta is not based on classical antiquity in subject matter, the forms display the restrained beauty and ideal naturalism which was influenced by classical sculpture.
  • The work demonstrates classical influence.  
  • The statue clearly demonstrates the classical influence that became so important to sculptors during the High Renaissance.
  • This work by Michelangelo demonstrates the classical beauty and idealism that characterizes sculptures of the High Renaissance.

• Architecture

  • In its purest form, neoclassicism is a style principally derived from the architecture of Classical Greece and Rome.
  • This movement manifested in its details as a reaction against the Rococo style of naturalistic ornament, and in its architectural formulas as an outgrowth of some classicizing features of Late Baroque.
  • In its purest form, neoclassicism is a style principally derived from the architecture of Classical Greece and Rome.
  • Though neoclassical architecture employs the same classical vocabulary as Late Baroque architecture, it tends to emphasize its planar qualities rather than its sculptural volumes.
  • It is also recognizable in the classicizing vein of Late Baroque architecture in Paris.

• Sculpture

  • In Italy, some sculptures tended towards the Roman Classical styles that elevated sculpture beyond interior design.
  • Leaders of the city-states also used their wealth to act as patrons of the arts, with these artists reviving an interest in classical forms and styles.
  • In Italy, some sculptures tended towards the Roman Classical styles that elevated sculpture beyond interior design.
  • Pisano's work was not a replication of existing work, but a deft melding of Classical and contemporary Gothic styles.

• French Painting in the Baroque Period

  • 17th century painting in France was influenced by Italian Baroque sensibilities as well as the Classical tastes of the powerful monarchy.
  • Mostly producing battle pieces and altarpieces, Le Brun's paintings exemplify a synthesis of Baroque and Classical styles .
  • Nicolas Poussin is known for his Classical style paintings created in 17th century France.
  • Nicolas Poussin is known for his Classical style paintings created in 17th century France.
  • Mostly producing battle pieces and altarpieces, Le Brun's paintings exemplify a synthesis of Baroque and Classical styles.

• Architecture in the Greek High Classical Period

  • High and Late Classical architecture is distinguished by its adherence to proportion, optical refinements, and early exploration of monumentality.
  • During the Classical period, Greek architecture underwent several significant changes.
  • Gradually, the Corinthian order became more common as the Classical period came to a close, appearing in conjunction with older orders, such as the Doric.
  • Many temples during the Classical period followed this formula for their peripteral colonnade, although not all.
  • Furthermore, many temples in the Classical period and beyond are noted for the curvature given to the stylobate of the temple that compensated for optical distortions.

• Stelae in the Greek High Classical Period

  • Large, relief-carved stelae became the new funerary markers in Greece during the High Classical period.
  • The stelae of ancient Greece replaced the funerary markers of the geometric kraters and amphorae and Archaic kouroi and korai in the Classical period.
  • The stelae were wide and tall and were Classical-style portraits.
  • The figures depicted on Classical-era stelae are in the same style and manner seen in Classical sculpture and on sculptural decoration of architecture, such as a temple's pediments and frieze.
  • Such images of children and companion animals are common subject matter on grave stelae of the Classical era.

• Bronze Sculpture in the Greek Early Classical Period

  • Surviving Greek bronze sculptures of the Early Classical period showcase the skill of Greek artists in representing the body and expressing motion.
  • The Charioteer of Delphi is an Early Classical bronze sculpture of a life-sized chariot driver.
  • However, as an Early Classical sculpture, the Charioteer has yet to achieve the full Classical style.
  • They are a prime example of Early Classical sculpture and the transition between Archaic to Classical sculpting styles.
  • Discuss characteristics and examples of Greek Bronze sculpture during the Early Classical Period