Study ARTH 102 - Neoclassicism Flash Cards
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ARTH 102 - Neoclassicism
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Jacques-Louis David, 1784, French, Neoclassicism. In the style of Poussin, it references ancient Rome (fits well with artistic period), story of patriotism. Masculine -- men stand erect, take phallic symbols (swords), women are emotional.
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An Experiment on a Bird in the Air-Pump
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Joseph Wright, 1768, British, Neoclassicism. Mechanism to clean air in mines demonstrated on a cockatoo. People upset as cockatoo is close to death. Scientist is about to save -- science makes people God-like. Skull symbolizes mortality.
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The Death of General Wolfe
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Benjamin West, American-British, 1770, Neoclassicism. Wolfe is a Christ-like figure in death. French lost battle, but top British general killed. Native American shown, fascinating European viewers.
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