European handicraft tradition

Answer: (1) Metal crafts in neoclassicism period, especially precious metal crafts, have obviously got rid of the fashion of affectation and deliberate pursuit of flashy and beautiful effects in Rococo period, showing exquisite, elegant, solemn and subtle technological characteristics. Judging from the modeling style and decorative features of a large number of metal craft products, they were greatly influenced by ancient Roman silverware. The metal craft in this period is mainly reflected in the dining utensils, sacrificial utensils, furnishings, furniture decoration and interior decoration used in the daily life of the court and nobles. Generally speaking, the metal crafts at this time are mostly used for practical purposes, but less for decoration. It is a remarkable feature that metal and other materials are combined to make handicrafts. Therefore, the decorative techniques of metal handicrafts in neoclassicism period are rich and novel.

(2) The coffee set was specially made by French metalworking technicians for Napoleon's wedding, with elegant shape, gorgeous decoration and exquisite workmanship, which fully embodies the style characteristics of neoclassical art. The spout and handle of the coffee pot and milk cup are elegant and streamlined, giving the works the charm of flowing dexterity, while the octagonal shape of the sugar pot presents a rich figure, and the linear change is in sharp contrast with the soft curve of the milk cup and pot.

(3) In addition to tableware, furnishings and decorations made by metal techniques have also developed greatly in the neoclassical period. From the perspective of style characteristics, the works of this period have a strong classical carving style, and the expression techniques are extremely delicate, especially the facial expressions and clothing texture of the characters are vividly portrayed. The French work "Bronze Portrait" has a beautiful overall image and is full of line changes. The whole image is full of powerful momentum and great vitality, just like an ancient Greek goddess ready to go, which makes people fall for it.