formalist

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Mr. Stella, a formalist of Calvinist severity, rejected all attempts to interpret his work.

From New York Times • May 4, 2024

In the 51-page, partially redacted document, Sir Peter said Harry's lawyers had taken "an inappropriate, formalist interpretation of the Ravec process".

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2024

Outkast met at Fulton County’s Tri-Cities High in the early ’90s, where André’s Prince-inspired bohemianism complemented Big Boi’s more formalist but ambitious rapping.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2023

Zonana again employs the same formalist approach he used in his stunning debut, "Workforce," with artfully composed still shots that observe the action in a cold, detached manner.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2023

And it is a sign of the times that the old-fashioned Chopin is fading, while we are now vitally interested in him as a formalist.

From Unicorns by Huneker, James