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Encyclopedia > Federal style

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See also: Georgian architecture, Adam style Federal style architecture occurred in the United States between 1780 and 1830, particularly from 1785 to 1815. ... Georgian architecture is the name given in English-speaking countries to the classic architectural styles current between about 1720 and 1840, named after the four British monarchs named George. ... The Adam style (or Adamesque) is a style of neoclassical architecture and design as practised by Scottish architect Robert Adam (1728_ 1792) and his brothers. ...


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Federal, an adjective describing federalism or a federation
Federal republic, a federation of states with a republican form of government
Federal district, a subdivision of a federal system of government, generally considered a separate entity under the direct control of the federal government.
Federal architecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (134 words)
Federal style architecture occurred in the United States between 1780 and 1830, particularly from 1785 to 1815.
Federal style developed from the Georgian Neoclassical style, but differed in its use of plainer surfaces with attenuated detail; it was most influenced by the Adam style, an interpretation of Ancient Roman architecture fashionable after the unearthing of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
The American eagle was a common symbol used in this style, with the ellipse a frequent architectural motif.
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