neoclassical
adjective
neo·clas·si·cal
ˌnē-ō-ˈkla-si-kəl 
variants
or less commonly neoclassic
: of, relating to, or constituting a revival or adaptation of the classical especially in literature, music, art, or architecture
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From an art history perspective, Ezekiel’s neoclassical artist sculptures were somewhat ill-conceived for their day.
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Samantha Baskind, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 May 2025
With the neoclassical composer Spencer Zahn, Richard has created an atmospheric blend of soul, jazz and vocalizing, for an acoustically layered contribution to the contemporary classical music space.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 May 2025
Ringed by neoclassical and Liberty-style buildings, Piazza Unita d’Italia is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in Europe for its grand dimensions and dramatic seaside setting.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2025
Some pieces were inspired by classical works of art, such as a large 18-karat gold ring that depicts three women in the style of a neoclassical sculpture ($12,950); many pieces have natural inspirations from Bali, including lily pads and drops of flowing water.
—Rachel Felder, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Samantha Baskind, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 May 2025
With the neoclassical composer Spencer Zahn, Richard has created an atmospheric blend of soul, jazz and vocalizing, for an acoustically layered contribution to the contemporary classical music space.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 May 2025
Ringed by neoclassical and Liberty-style buildings, Piazza Unita d’Italia is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in Europe for its grand dimensions and dramatic seaside setting.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2025
Some pieces were inspired by classical works of art, such as a large 18-karat gold ring that depicts three women in the style of a neoclassical sculpture ($12,950); many pieces have natural inspirations from Bali, including lily pads and drops of flowing water.
—Rachel Felder, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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“Neoclassical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neoclassical. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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