Discuss why David's Oath of the Horatii is considered to be a severely Classical painting by a truly Neoclassical artist
What will be an ideal response?
Essay responses should include these points:
The subject was inspired by a seventeenth-century drama that was based on ancient Roman history.
The moral of the painting is valuing patriotic duty above personal interests and even family obligations.
Classical columns and an arcade can be seen in the background.
The composition is very balanced, highlighting simplicity and symmetry.
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a) old textures of composition b) new textures of composition c) both old and new textures of composition d) avant-garde literary techniques
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