What inspired artists to paint in the neoclassical style? A. The rebirth of the Renaissance
B. The renewed interest in Mesopotamia
C. The revival of medieval architecture
D. The archaeological discovery of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum

D

Explanation:  "France. Neoclassical art rose in popularity in mid-18th-century Europe, where the style drew heavily from both the Renaissance and classical Greek and Roman art, architecture, and culture." - https://www.invaluable.com/blog/neoclassical-art/