Beaux-Arts (meaning "Fine Arts" in French) was the dominant architectural language for major public buildings in Europe and the United States from the late 19th century through the early 20th century. It is characterized by:
Elaborate ornamentation including statues, figures, and bas-reliefs embedded in facades. beaux arts
Often constructed with high-quality stone, featuring raised first stories and grand entrances. Beaux-Arts (meaning "Fine Arts" in French) was the
Profuse use of Greco-Roman elements such as columns, pediments, and balustrades. beaux arts
