Neoclassicism in spain

7. NEOCLASSICISM IN SPAIN - Neoclassicism initially encountered a lot of resistance in Spain due to the Baroque style was highly developed and very prominent in Spain.

- The Royal Academy of Fine Arts was a major promoter of Neoclassicism.

NEOCLASSICAL ARCHITECTURE AND SCUPLTURE IN SPAIN - In Madrid architecture and sculpture works increased during the reign of Carlos III - He commissiomed large structures designed for science, leisure and ornamentation.

- They followed the standards of classical aesthetics set by the Academy.

- Neoclassical sculpture - The polychrome wood used in the Baroque era gave way to marble and bronze.

- Sculpture and statues emulated classical models - Neoclassical architecture - Buildings were designed to impress viewers.

- Forms were simplified and classical decorative elements were used to convey balance and elegance

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NEOCLASSICAL PIANTING IN SPAIN One of the most outstanding neoclassical painters was Mengs.

He was a German artist invited to court by Carlos III, who brought with him the new style.

Painters took up classical mythological themes. They focused on portraits and historical subjects, Spanish artists depicted costumbrista scenes of contemporary life.

Later Neoclassical artists incluede JosĂŠ de Madrazo, the director of he Prado Museum, and Francisco de Goya