Neoclassical Art and Symbolism

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Neoclassical Art and Symbolism

Neoclassical Art Drew inspiration from “classical” art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome 1st hand observation and reproduction of antique works New science of archeology brought forth remnants of buried civilizations of great beauty. Emphasis on FORMAL COMPOSITION HISTORIC subject matter Embraced the Enlightenment values of Reason, Logic and creation of Utopia

“Picture Gallery with views of Modern Rome” by Giovanni Panini 1757

Characteristics of Neoclassical Art: Used Classical (Greek & Roman) themes and mythology Morally uplifting and inspiring Created sense of pride and virtue Depicted correct settings and costumes Strong contours Sculpted forms Polished surfaces

JACQUES LOUIS DAVID “The Death of Socrates” 1787

DAVID’S “The Oath of Horatii”

“Napoleon Enthroned in Robes” by Ingres 1806 Here a youthful Napoleon is presented like a Roman emperor. Wearing imperial robes, he holds scepters of authority. Ingres was only 26 when he completed this work. He turned to the past for inspiration and information…studying Roman art, Byzantine ivories depicting emperors and medieval manuscripts.

JEAN AUGUSTE DOMINIQUE INGRES “Apotheosis of Homer” 1827

“Maddalena Penitente” by Antonio Canova

“Perseus with the head of Medusa” by Antonio Canova

Symbolism has always been an important aspect of art… Artists use symbols to represent religious beliefs, deeper meaning, hidden messages – the ability to understand these symbols is often up to the viewer Symbol – a form, image or subject representing a MEANING other than the one with which it is usually associated

“The Arnolfini Marriage” by Jan van Eyck in 1434

What might a dog or a pair of shoes symbolize in this wedding portrait?

How about fruit or the placement of the bride’s hand?

Who else is in the mirror?

“World War II” by Audrey Flack

What could these things symbolize?

Some works by Auguste Rodin – “The Thinker”

“The Burghers of Calais” by Rodin