Johann Gottfried Schadow

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1. When was Johann Gottfried Schadow born?May 20, 1764
2. When did Johann Gottfried Schadow die?January 27, 1850
3. Where was Johann Gottfried Schadow born?Berlin, Prussia (now Germany)
4. What is Johann Gottfried Schadow known for?Director of the Prussian Academy of Arts
5. What is the primary artistic movement?Neoclassicism
6. What is the most iconic work?The Quadriga sculpture on the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin

Neoclassicism: An artistic movement inspired by the art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome, emphasizing order and balance.
Quadriga: A Roman chariot drawn by four horses, famously depicted in Schadow's Brandenburg Gate sculpture.
Prussian Academy of Arts: A significant art institution in Prussia, where Schadow served as director, shaping artistic education.
Allegorical Figures: Sculptures or artworks that represent abstract ideas or concepts, such as victory or justice.