Module 5: What is Classical Art?

41822Instructions
Your textbook readings for this module focus on the work of 18th century French painter Jacques-Louis David. In addition to focusing on his life and work in the context of 18th century French politics, terms like classical and neoclassical are frequently used to identify his style. What do these terms mean and what does such art look like? After you complete your readings, watch this video on Classical and Neoclassical art:

What Exactly is Classical Art? Part I by ARTiculations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2PYPmwWQOQ

Video Length (5:21). Closed captioning available.

Then, locate one artwork by David either from your textbook or online that you think exhibits classical and/or neoclassical characteristics. Using what you’ve learned about these styles explained in the above videos, identify and describe three aspects of this work that can be described as classical. Consider both subject matter and style and how the visual elements and principles of design contribute to both. Upload or provide a link to your select artwork, fully identify it, and include your observations beneath the image. Submit it to the Assignment submission folder.