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Academic Art.
Academic Art - as a noun
A style of painting and sculpture produced under the influence of european academies of art.
Example: "The setting and treatment of the subject here are typical of his artistic approach, which lies between the idealized academicism of bouguereau and the social realism of daumier."
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
academicismacademismExample Sentences
"During the 19th century, academic art was the dominant style taught in art schools."
"The Salon des Refusés was an exhibition that showcased artworks rejected by the official academic art community."
"The academic art tradition heavily emphasized technical skill and craftsmanship."
"Many academic art pieces were commissioned by wealthy patrons and displayed in prominent public spaces."
"The academic art movement sought to uphold classical ideals and aesthetics."