- Inspired by classical art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome
- Emphasis on order, symmetry, and harmony
- Use of simple, geometric forms
- Restrained decoration
- Emphasis on line rather than color
Romanticism (c. 1800-1850)
- Inspired by nature, emotion, and the individual
- Emphasis on imagination, creativity, and originality
- Use of bold, vibrant colors
- Expressive, often dramatic brushwork
- Emphasis on emotion and mood