Neo-Baroque

Revival of ornate Baroque architecture.

Overview

Neo-Baroque architecture, using stone and stucco, features dramatic curves and lavish details, prominent in 19th-20th century Europe.

Core Characteristics

• Ornate, dramatic forms.
• Curved facades, grandeur.
• Modern prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Palais Garnier (France, 1875, Charles Garnier).
• Belgrade Theatre (Serbia, 1949, Neo-Baroque).

Architectural Connections

• Modern: Revivalist focus.
• Civic: Public buildings.
• Baroque Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Charles Garnier, it evokes opulence.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stucco Work (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Facade (element), Rococo (movement)