Italian Neoclassicism emerged around 1750 as a response to the Baroque style and lasted until around 1850. It was influenced by the rediscovery of Pompeii and the return of art students from the Grand Tour in Italy.

Johann Joachim Winckelmann's major work, published in 1755, praised the beauty of Greek art and emphasized the supremacy of Greek art over other forms. He argued that Greek art captured ideal beauties and transcendent qualities beyond mere imitation of nature.

Giovanni Paolo Panini's painting 'Ancient Rome' from 1757 is a significant representation of the Neoclassical movement, depicting various monuments in and around Rome.

In 1760, the Neo-Classical Sculpture Movement started, marking a shift towards classical themes and styles in art. Artists like Antonio Canova embraced this movement, focusing on smooth lines, balanced figures, and decorative elements in their sculptures.

Mengs's Parnassus, created in 1761, is considered an important early Neoclassical work that owes much of its inspiration to 17th-century Classicism and Raphael. The composition is influenced by poses of figures and general composition.

In 1766, Benjamin West painted the iconic artwork 'Benjamin Franklin Drawing Electricity from the Sky', depicting the famous scientist's experiment with lightning. The painting is housed in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Anton Raphael Mengs was a German painter, active in Rome, who was influential in the development of Neoclassicism. He was known for his portraits and history paintings that reflected classical ideals.

Christoph Willibald Gluck's operas represented a Neoclassical approach in music, aiming to reform opera by simplifying melodic lines, increasing the role of the chorus, and aligning with Greek tragedy.

The painting 'Death of General Wolfe' by Benjamin West depicts the death of Major-General James Wolfe during the Battle of Quebec in 1759. It symbolizes a heroic sacrifice and includes historical inaccuracies for artistic purposes, becoming an iconic image of British heroism.

James Barry's oil painting 'The Education of Achilles' depicts a scene from Greek mythology. It shows the education of the hero Achilles, a prominent figure in Homer's epic poems. The painting is housed at the Yale Center for British Art.

The Adam style, created by brothers Adam and James in 1777, is characterized by interior decoration featuring big panels with Greco-Roman motifs, festoons, pearls, and other Classical antiquity elements. It emphasizes refined rectangular mirrors and decorative fittings inspired by classical antiquity.

Jean-Antoine Houdon's bust of Voltaire captures the French philosopher's intellect and personality. The realistic portrayal without a wig reflects classical Roman simplicity, emphasizing Voltaire's wit and intelligence, becoming a widely recognized image of the Neoclassical era.

A sculpture by Pierre Julien in 1779, portraying the image of a dying gladiator.

After Soufflot's death in 1780, his student Jean-Baptiste Rondelet completed the design of the Church of Sainte-Geneviève, which later became a secular mausoleum for 'National Heroes' like Voltaire and Victor Hugo.

Painting by Jacques Louis David in 1784, illustrating the story of the Horatii brothers taking an oath to defend Rome.

Jacques-Louis David's painting, Oath of the Horatii, was a significant piece in Neoclassical painting. It depicted republican virtues and combined an idealist style with drama and forcefulness.

A painting by Jacques Louis David in 1787, depicting the moment of the philosopher Socrates' death by drinking poison.

In 1793, Jacques-Louis David painted 'Death of Marat' in memorial of his friend Jean-Paul Marat, a leader of the Montagnards during France's 'Reign of Terror'. The painting exemplifies Neoclassical elements such as balance, classical imagery, and a realistic view of events.

Cupid and Psyche is a painting by Francois Gerard depicting the love story of Cupid, the god of desire, and Psyche, a mortal woman. The painting captures the romantic and mythical elements of the tale.

Anne-Louis Girodet's oil painting 'Psyche Asleep' depicts the mythological figure Psyche in a serene slumber. Girodet, a pupil of Jacques-Louis David, was a prominent French Neoclassicist known for his classical subject matter. The painting is part of a private collection.

A fresh influx of Greek architectural examples in the early 19th century gave a new impetus to Neoclassicism, known as the Greek Revival. It influenced architecture and decorative arts, bringing a grandiose wave of Neoclassicism.

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres' Neoclassical painting depicts a scene from Homer's Illiad, emphasizing the classical nude and a moment of psychological drama.

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres exhibited at the Salon for over 60 years, from 1802 into the beginnings of Impressionism. Despite his mature style having an equivocal relationship with Neoclassicism, his works always emphasized drawing.

The marble sculpture by Antonio Canova depicts Paolina Borghese Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, shown naked and lightly draped, reclining sensuously on a couch, blending contemporary portrait with idealized antique Venus.

The Coronation of Napoleon is a painting by Jacques Louis David depicting the coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte as Emperor of the French. The painting is a significant historical representation of Napoleon's power and influence.

The marble statue by Bertel Thorvaldsen located in the Church of Our Lady, Copenhagen, portrays Christ with neutral surface deliberately left neutral, contrasting with more expressive Neoclassical works.

In 1835, sculptor Hiram Powers created a plaster bust of President Andrew Jackson, which is now displayed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C.

Madame Gonse is a painting by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, portraying a graceful and elegant woman in a neoclassical style. The artwork reflects Ingres' mastery of form and composition.

The Source is a painting by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, depicting a female figure in a contemplative pose by a spring. The artwork exemplifies Ingres' meticulous attention to detail and classical aesthetic.

In 1859, the renowned artist Ingres unveiled his masterpiece, The Turkish Bath. This painting is considered one of his most significant works.

In 1902, sculptor Anne Whitney created a statue of Massachusetts senator and abolitionist Charles Sumner, which was placed in Harvard Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts, to advance the causes of women's rights and abolition.

After experimenting briefly with Cubism, Derain transitioned to a more neoclassical painting style, which gained popularity among art enthusiasts.

The Acmeism movement emerged in Russia around 1910 as a form of Neoclassicism in literature, with Anna Akhmatova and Osip Mandelshtam as leading figures.

Ottorino Respighi's Ancient Airs and Dances in 1917 influenced Neoclassicists by emphasizing bright dissonance, 17th-century modal harmony, and energetic part-writing.

Igor Stravinsky's Octet for Wind Instruments in 1923 marked the beginning of the Neoclassical musical revolution, resembling Bach's style.

Prokofiev's Classical Symphony No. 1 in D exemplifies Neoclassical style, reminiscent of Haydn or Mozart's symphonic style.

The Palais de Tokyo in Paris, built in 1937, showcases early Art Deco style with a strong reminiscence of Neoclassicism in its columnar architecture.

A book titled 'On Neoclassicism' written by Mario Praz in 1969, providing insights and analysis on the Neoclassical art movement.

An exhibition held in London by the Arts Council of Great Britain in 1972, showcasing artworks and artifacts from the Neoclassical period.

An article written by Cybele Gontar in October 2003 discussing the Neoclassical art movement.

An article written by Cybele Gontar in October 2004 focusing on the life and work of the artist Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux.

The Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville is a contemporary public building built in Neoclassical style in 2006.