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Neo-classicism  

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  • Refers to the style of European and American architecture and fine and decorative arts between the mid-18th c. and the mid-19th c. inspired by archaeological discoveries in the Mediterranean and Near East and characterized by the imitation of Greek and Roman forms and motifs. Also considered a reaction to Rococo opulence, Neoclassical works are often linear, symmetrical, and even severe [AAT, alt.]

Etiquetas alternativas

  • Classical revival, Neo-classicism
  • Classical style, Neo-classicism
  • Neo-classical
  • Neoclassicism
  • Neo-classicist

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