Classicism

A classicist is a person who studies ancient Greek and Roman culture, languages, and history, or an artist or architect who follows the principles of classicism, which emphasizes form, simplicity, proportion, and restraint. The term can also refer to someone who advocates for a classical education in schools. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Classicist as a scholar or student

Classical scholar: A person who studies ancient Greek and Roman literature, philosophy, history, and languages (Greek and Latin). [3, 4, 5, 7, 8]
Classical education: A classicist might be someone who advocates for classical studies and the teaching of ancient languages. [2, 4, 6]

Classicist as an artist or architect [9, 10, 11]

Adherent of classicism: An individual who follows the principles of classicism, an aesthetic style inspired by ancient Greco-Roman art and culture. [1, 5, 12]
Key principles: This style is characterized by an emphasis on balance, harmony, proportion, clarity, simplicity, and a restrained, intellectual approach rather than overt emotion. [1, 5, 12, 13]
Examples: This can be seen in architecture, painting, and other arts that draw on classical models. [5, 13]

How to use the term

In academic contexts: It most commonly refers to a classical scholar, especially one with advanced degrees and expertise in ancient languages, as noted on Reddit. [2, 14]
In art and architecture: It describes an artist or architect whose work is a revival or emulation of ancient classical forms and principles, as discussed by the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art and Cambridge Dictionary. [1, 4, 5, 9, 13]

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[1] wikipedia/en/Classicism