Glossary Term: Neoclassicism
In the 1700s, archaeological discoveries in Greece and Rome revived interest in the study of classical art and literature. As a result, Neoclassicism became a popular art style, especially in France where the heroic, moral themes in classical history were used to inspire the causes of the French Revolution. Art of this time reflected calm, serious subjects presented with simple lines and a sense of order and purpose.

Some of the better known artists of the Neoclassical style are the painter Jacques-Louis David and the sculptors Antonio Canova and Bertel Thorvaldson.

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