except that classical really isn’t inherently tied to authoritarianism; it’s at least as much linked to liberalism and democracy
Yes, classical is not inherently authoritarian, it’s more like people (read: hacks) used a lot of columns and other aesthetics from this, because they basically lack creativity.
This historical pattern makes this aesthetic less desirable and stale, in an abundant environment of talent and creativity when EA could do anything, so the bar is high.
Fascist styles often resemble that of ancient Rome, but can extend to modern aesthetics as well. Fascist-era buildings are frequently constructed with particular concern given to symmetry and simplicity.
Both Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler utilised new styles of architecture (variations of Rationalism, and Stripped Classicism respectively) as one of many attempts to unify the citizens of their states, mark a new era of nationalist culture, and exhibit the absolute rule of the state.
Socialist realism is a style of idealized realistic art that was developed in the Soviet Union and was the official style in that country between 1932 and 1988, as well as in other socialist countries after World War II...
Despite its name, the figures in the style are very often highly idealized, especially in sculpture, where it often leans heavily on the conventions of classical sculpture.
Yes, classical is not inherently authoritarian, it’s more like people (read: hacks) used a lot of columns and other aesthetics from this, because they basically lack creativity.
This historical pattern makes this aesthetic less desirable and stale, in an abundant environment of talent and creativity when EA could do anything, so the bar is high.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fascist_architecture
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socialist_realism