The History of Art

Paris becomes an international city of art. People from around the world with a talent for or prodigious achievement in art flock here. Classicism is the name of the game, and classicism has a high regard for the art of ancient Greece and Rome. The subjects and styles it derives mainly from the classic tradition. Classicism advocates rationalism, and aspires after saintliness, eternity and harmony. In 1637, the French Academy is founded with support by the absolute monarchy, fostering the emergence of academic art.