Classical Art Exhibit
The art of the Classical Period involved morality and how that could be determined and shown through artwork. The Enlightenment was going on which influenced people to think outside the box, and to think that human knowledge and intellect itself could solve moral problems. Especially in Neoclassical artwork, morality was a theme of that artwork. The art produced during this time was supposed to help people be moved towards morality and virtue in their lives. Many of the pieces of art during this time was showing people and their morality or the consequences of the lack of morality. "The Death of Socrates" - Jacques-Louis David The first piece of art I chose was "The Death of Socrates" by Jacques- Louis David. David was a French painter who was one of the most prominent artist during this Classical period. He painted primarily in the Neoclassical style, such as this painting. This piece of artwork was done in 1787. This painting shows the famous philosopher Socrate...