Definicja i Znaczenie "academic art"

What is "academic art"?

Academic art refers to a style of painting and sculpture that was popular from the 17th to the 19th centuries, guided by strict rules set by art institutions in Europe. These institutions, such as the Royal Academy in London or the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris, set formal guidelines for creating art, emphasizing classical techniques, perfected forms, and careful attention to detail. The purpose of academic art was to maintain traditional standards of beauty and technical skill, focusing on subjects like historical, mythological, or religious themes. This style often aimed to display skill and follow traditional artistic rules.