Q.1- Who art the best artists of Neoclassicism?

Jacques-Louis David

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Antonio Canova

William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Angelica Kauffman

These are some best artists of this art style wherein Jacques-Louis David is very renowned for his artwork then Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres comes with his unique style. 

Both Jacques-Louis David and Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres are counted among the pioneers of this art style during this time.

Besides them, Antonio Canova has also given a significant contribution to this art. 

The paintings of William-Adolphe Bouguereau is also very beautiful. And the depictions of Angelica Kauffman 

are a little bit different from mainstream paintings.

In a nutshell, Jacques-Louis David and Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres are the artists of Neoclassicism whose paintings are used commercially. 

And the paintings of Antonio Canova and William-Adolphe Bouguereau also remain in high demand in the advertisement industry.

But if you are an art lover and your budget is less then you should prefer the painting of Angelica Kauffman.

Q.2- Which are the best paintings of Neoclassicism?

The Death of Marat

Lycinna

Portrait of Madame Récamier

The head of Bacchus

The Coronation of Napoleon

“The Death of Marat” is one of the most important artworks of Neoclassicism which remains in high demand in the advertisement industry.

And “Lycinna” is the second painting that comes in this category, the beauty of “The Death of Marat” and “Lycinna” is still intact.

Along with these paintings, “Portrait of Madame Récamier” and “The head of Bacchus” are also known for their beauty. If you see “Portrait of Madame Récamier” , it is unique in comparison with other pictures of Neoclassicism.

Overall, these all paintings have been made during the Neoclassicism movement. The artist of “The head of Bacchus”  had also made this painting during this art movement.

Q.3- If I am a student then what should I know about this art style?

If you are an art student then you should know the following things.

Contents:-

• History
• Painting and printmaking
• Sculpture
• Architecture and the decorative arts
• Neoclassical gardens
• Neoclassicism and fashion
• Later “Neoclassicisms”
  • In music
  • Architecture in Russia and the Soviet Union
  • Architecture in the 21st century

Indeed, these things would help you in making a good grasp over the content of the Neoclassicism movement.

Q.4- Who is considered the Father of Neoclassicism?

There is no fixed answer because, in the journey of Neoclassicism movement, we see many artists and their paintings in the renaissance of the Neoclassicism movement which played a pivotal role. 

Therefore naming any individual would be insulting other artists.

But if we see the history of Neoclassicism movement, then we can give some artists’ name such as Jacques-Louis David, Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, Antonio Canova, William-Adolphe Bouguereau and Angelica Kauffman.

Because their contribution to the renaissance of Neoclassicism is huge, these are counted among elite class in the history of this art movement.

Q.5- What is Neoclassicism and what are the best examples of it?

Definition of Neoclassicism:-

Neoclassicism is a western art movement which is the combination of modern and traditional art. The subject matter of this art is mundane objects such as literature, theatre, music, etc.

Examples of Neoclassicism