1. Art of Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment
Mr. Meester
AP European History

2. Baroque Art
The Baroque Style began in Rome and included painting, sculpture, and architecture.
This period lasted from 1600 to about 1750 AD.
Art historians sometimes debate whether the Baroque style is the last stage of the Renaissance or something new entirely.

3. Rococo Style
Many Art historians view Rococo as the final stage in the Baroque style.
Rococo used lavish designs and pastel colors. Not as elaborate as Baroque
Represented the “Old Regime.”
Often depicted the aristocracy at play.
Usually was smaller in scale and more idealized versions of subjects.
Nudes become common
More light-hearted. It “dances”.

4. Rococo Paintings
The Marriage Contract Antoine Watteau

5. Rococo Architecture
Was known for its feminine curves, intricate designs, and flamboyance.
Intricate details and very light colors.
Winter Palace in St. Petersberg Russia.

6. Neoclassicalism
Neoclassical style copied the works of the Classical & Renaissance artists.
It was a reaction to the perceived excesses of Rococo
Represented the ideal of the French Revolution and Napoleon.
Often used scenes of heroism and self-sacrifice to teach moral lessons.

7. Paintings
Oath of the Horatii
Jacques Louis David

8. Architecture

9. Inside & Out
Neoclassical architecture drew on ancient Greek and Roman exteriors and interiors.
Pillars, columns, and archways were common features.

10. Sculpture
Sculpture was one of the most popular mediums of the neoclassical style.
Many of the busts carved during this period were of various Enlightened philosophes.
Bust of Voltaire by Jean-Antoine Houdon (1778).