1885-1925: Beaux Arts
Neoclassicism Gone Wild
Combining classical Greek and Roman architecture with Renaissance ideas, Beaux Arts was a favored style for grand public buildings and opulent mansions. Learn about Beaux Arts Architecture.
The Paris Opéra, designed by Beaux Arts architect Charles Garnier
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