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Surrealist

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Surrealism is an artistic movement that emerged in the early 20th century. Artists associated with surrealism aimed to tap into the subconscious mind, creating bizarre and dreamlike imagery that challenged conventional reality.

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