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Art Movement

Definition

An art movement is a group or collective of artists who share similar artistic styles, techniques, or ideas during a specific time period.

Related terms

Dadaism: Dadaism was an avant-garde art movement that emerged after World War I as a response to societal norms. It rejected traditional aesthetics and sought to challenge conventional artistic practices.

Surrealism: Surrealism was an artistic movement that explored dreams, imagination, and the subconscious mind. It aimed to break free from rationality and create unconventional artworks.

Cubism: Cubism was an influential art movement developed by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque in the early 20th century. It revolutionized artistic representation by depicting objects from multiple perspectives simultaneously.

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Subjects (2)

  • AP European History

  • AP US History

Practice Questions (1)

  • Which art movement emerged after World War I as a reaction to its chaos and devastation?

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