Classicism (Noun)
Meaning
A movement in literature and art during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe that favored rationality and restraint and strict forms; "classicism often derived its models from the ancient Greeks and Romans".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The artist's work reflected classicism, drawing heavily from ancient Roman sculptures and emphasizing proportion and harmony.
- During the 18th century, classicism in literature led to a resurgence of interest in the works of ancient Greek playwrights.
- The architectural style of the building, with its symmetrical facade and ornate columns, embodied the principles of classicism.
- Classicism's emphasis on reason and emotional restraint influenced many writers of the time, shaping the way they crafted their characters and storylines.
- The painter's shift towards classicism in her later work was marked by a move away from expressive brushstrokes and toward a more structured composition.