Neoclassicism and Romanticism in Arts

What does the word 'neoclassic' mean?

• New

• Old

• First class

• Both New and First class

Who was Jacques-Louis David?

• An influential French painter

• A famous sculptor

• An architect

• A musician

What is a characteristic of Neoclassical art?

• Portrayal of Roman History

• Use of bright colors

• Abstract forms

• Focus on emotions

Name a famous artwork by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres.

• The Death of Marat

• Portrait of Napoleon on the Imperial Throne

• Oath of the Horatii

• Napoleon Crossing the Alps

What architectural style is derived from Classical Greece and Rome?

• Neoclassical architecture

• Gothic architecture

• Rococo architecture

• Modern architecture

What is the main theme of Romanticism?

• Expression of emotion

• Focus on reason

• Celebration of classical forms

• Emphasis on symmetry

What is a characteristic of Romanticism?

• Height of action

• Formal composition

• Use of diagonals

• Classic geo-structure

Who was the first French master of the Romantic period?

• Jean Louis Theodore Gericult

• Jacques-Louis David

• Antonio Canova

• Bertel Thorvaldsen

Complete the table below by supplying the necessary information asked for. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Neoclassical Period Romantic Period Characteristics: a. Portrayal of Roman History b. _______________________ c. The use of diagonal to show the peak of an emotion or moment d. Local color e. _______________________ f. Classic geo-structure Characteristics: a. ___________________________ b. Emotional extremes c. ___________________________ d. Dramatic composition e. Heightened sensation (life and death moments) Painters: a. _______________________ b. _______________________ Painters: a. __________________________ b. __________________________ c. Francisco Goya Sculptors: a. _______________________ b. Bertel Thorvaldsen Sculptors: a. Francois Rude b. __________________________

Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if otherwise. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. 1. The word “neoclassic” comes from the Greek word “neos” meaning new and the Latin word “classicus” which is similar in meaning to the English phrase first class. 2. Neoclassical art pieces such as paintings, sculpture, and architecture generally portrayed Roman history which elevated the Roman heroes. 3. Romanticism was a movement in which the artist of Neoclassical period sought to break new ground in the expression of emotion, both subtle and stormy. 4. Palladian is a type of building that features a balustrade. 5. Antonio Canova executed sculptures of mythological and religious themes characters. 6. Neoclassical movement is known as the Age of Reason or Age of enlightenment.