Neoklassískur
Neoklassískur is an Icelandic term that translates to "neoclassical" in English. It refers to a revival of artistic and architectural styles that draw inspiration from classical antiquity, primarily ancient Greece and Rome. This movement emerged in the mid-18th century as a reaction against the perceived excesses of the Baroque and Rococo styles, which were seen as overly ornate and frivolous.
Neoclassicism emphasized order, reason, clarity, and a return to more restrained and harmonious forms. In architecture,
In art, neoclassical painters and sculptors favored themes from mythology, history, and literature, often with moralizing
The neoklassískur movement had a significant impact on European culture and its influence can be seen in