NeoClassical is simply a reproduction of Greek and Roman classical architecture. It is a very broad category.
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Renaissance architecture (14th and 15th centuries), Baroque architecture (16 & 17th centuries) and Neoclassical architecture (18th and 19th centuries) were modeled on Roman architecture.
Antebellum architecture is typically Neoclassical. In other words, it mimics characteristics of the classical Greek and Roman styles including the use of columns, pediments and classical materials such as marble. The word Antebellum means "Pre-war", which refers to the popularity of Neoclassical architecture in mansions and some public buildings such as the US Capitol the late 18th and 19th Centuries prior to the American Civil War.
Ornamental and decorative molding in ancient Greek architecture was different depending on which order of architecture it came from. There are three classic Greek orders that progress from fairly simple to quite ornate: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian.
Baroque architecture, prominent in the late 16th to early 18th centuries, is characterized by grandeur, dramatic contrasts, and elaborate ornamentation, often aiming to evoke emotion and awe. In contrast, neoclassical architecture emerged in the mid-18th century, drawing inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman styles, emphasizing simplicity, symmetry, and rationality. While Baroque often features dynamic forms and intricate details, neoclassical design is marked by a more restrained and orderly aesthetic. This shift reflects broader cultural changes, including a move towards enlightenment ideals and a focus on reason over emotion.
While the source of inspiration for both renaissance and neoclassical is the same, the difference with respect to decorative art would be the manner in which it is expressed. Renaissance decorative art uses bold, dense, and flowing style elements. The use of allover patterning with exuberant expression is distinctly different from neoclassical interpretation of the same ancient themes. Neoclassical decorative art is much more restrained and with the exception of fully developed perspective, is very close in compositional scale to the style elements employed in ancient Greece and Rome. The neoclassical style was far more regal and constrained than the lavish renaissance style.
The Puritan value of simplicity and modesty heavily influenced the emerging neoclassical style. Neoclassical architecture and design emphasized clean lines, symmetry, and balance in a way that reflected the Puritan emphasis on modesty and austerity. This influence can be seen in the architectural features and decorative elements of neoclassical buildings.
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Neoclassical
No. It's engineering design rather than architecture.
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Well.... there's Federal and Georgian... both of these are neoclassical. There may be more. Southern Colonial could be considered neoclassical.
After visiting the museum, Jody decided that neoclassical architecture was her favorite style. The word neoclassical is an adjective.
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Neoclassical architecture
Columns and domes, like Roman architecture.
Monticello is called neoclassical because it was designed and built in the architectural style of neoclassicism, which was popular during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Neoclassical architecture drew inspiration from classical Greek and Roman architecture, emphasizing symmetry, balance, and classical motifs. Monticello's design features elements such as a dome, columns, and an overall harmonious and balanced composition, aligning with the neoclassical style.