ARTS Grade 9 - NEOCLASSICISM & ROMANTICISM - Part 1 (3rd Quarter) - MAPEH

Summary

This lesson focuses on the art movements of the Neoclassical and Romantic periods. It explores the Neoclassical style's emphasis on order, realism, and historical accuracy in paintings, sculptures, and architecture, highlighting influential artists like Jacques-Louis David and Antonio Canova. The Romantic period, in contrast, celebrates emotion, nature, and dramatic action, with key figures such as Eugene Delacroix and Francisco Goya. The lesson covers the evolution of artistic expression, from the formal compositions of Neoclassicism to the passionate and dynamic works of Romanticism, offering a comprehensive understanding of these pivotal artistic movements.

Takeaways

• 😀 Neoclassical art emerged as a reaction to the grandeur of the Rococo style, focusing on Roman history and heroes, and is characterized by formal composition and local colors.
• 😀 The term 'neoclassic' combines the Greek word 'neos' (new) and Latin 'classicos' (first class), signifying a return to classical Greek and Roman ideals.
• 😀 Key Neoclassical painters like Jacques-Louis David and Jean-Auguste Dominique Ingres depicted historical themes with a focus on realism, accuracy, and detail.
• 😀 Neoclassical sculptures, such as Antonio Canova’s 'Psyche Awakened by Cupid’s Kiss,' featured idealized human forms and mythological compositions.
• 😀 Neoclassical architecture, derived from Greek and Roman traditions, is evident in buildings like the Pantheon and the British Museum, often showcasing a temple style or classical block style.
• 😀 Romanticism, which started in the early 1800s, emphasized emotion, drama, and nature, offering a break from the formal restraint of Neoclassical art.
• 😀 Romantic artists, like Eugene Delacroix and Francisco Goya, used vivid colors and dynamic compositions to convey intense emotions, often focusing on social issues and dramatic moments.
• 😀 Romanticism’s landscape painting focused on nature, highlighting emotional extremes through settings like mountains, valleys, and water bodies, and became widely popular during the era.
• 😀 Notable Romantic painters include Theodore Gericault, who painted 'The Raft of the Medusa,' capturing the chaos and tragedy of a contemporary shipwreck.
• 😀 Sculptors of the Romantic period, such as François Rude and Antoine-Louis Barye, explored themes of social justice and naturalism, pushing away from classical repose to dynamic emotional expressions.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the lesson in this script?

The main focus of the lesson is on the arts of the Neoclassical and Romantic periods.

What does the term 'Neoclassical' mean?

'Neoclassical' comes from the Greek word 'neos' meaning 'new' and the Latin word 'classicos' meaning 'first class', referring to art that draws inspiration from the classical arts of ancient Greece and Rome.

What are the key characteristics of Neoclassical art?

Neoclassical art is characterized by the portrayal of Roman history, formal composition, use of diagonals, local colors, overall lighting, and classic geometric structures.

Who is considered the preeminent painter of the Neoclassical period?

Jacques-Louis David is considered the preeminent painter of the Neoclassical period.

What are some of Jacques-Louis David's famous artworks?

Some of Jacques-Louis David's famous artworks include 'The Death of Marat', 'Napoleon Crossing the Alps', and 'The Oath of the Horatii'.

What is the significance of the painting 'The Death of Marat' by Jacques-Louis David?

'The Death of Marat' portrays the murdered French revolutionary leader, Jean-Paul Marat, as a revolutionary martyr.

What are the defining characteristics of Romantic art?

Romantic art is characterized by heightened emotional extremes, dramatic compositions, celebration of nature, and an emphasis on moments of life and death. It often seeks to evoke strong feelings, ranging from subtle to stormy.

What was the role of landscape painting during the Romantic period?

Landscape painting gained popularity during the Romantic period as people romanticized nature. It depicted the physical world around them, including mountains, valleys, and bodies of water, often emphasizing the emotional impact of nature.

What is the difference between Neoclassical and Romantic art?

Neoclassical art is influenced by ancient Greece and Rome, focusing on rationality and order, while Romantic art is a reaction against this, prioritizing emotion, individuality, and the sublime, often with a focus on nature and dramatic subjects.

What famous Romantic artwork was created by Eugene Delacroix?

One of Eugene Delacroix's famous works is 'Liberty Leading the People', which commemorates the July Revolution of 1830 in France, personifying Liberty leading the people forward over fallen bodies.