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четверг, 4 июня 2015 г.

The History Of Surrealism

By Emily Sigidson


We were first introduced to Surrealism in the 1920's, when it was first brought about to expand the human mind. It is not biased to the form it takes as it has been seen in art, film, sculpture, etc. Most often, these types of work will offer an element of surprise. This is usually displayed through a random character or landscape that presents some form of unusualness.

It began as an extension of what is known as the Dada movement. Surrealism artists used famous writings to give birth to characters and expand upon our visions. One of the greatest pioneers with these works was Sigmund Freud and his radical works.

In 1924, Andre Breton (a Dadaist) wrote "Surrealist Manifest." The main purpose of the work was to help art lovers understand and appreciate all that this type of art was bringing to the table. He mentions how surrealism attempts to bridge the gap between dream and reality and showcases it in art form.

Often times, people associate Salvador Dali with Surrealism. One of the most impactful of his works was "The First Days of Spring" which presents a somewhat bothersome dream state, with incredible character and a headless human.

It is important for people to understand that Surrealism was very much at a global level. It was practiced by artists in different cultures and places including: Mexico, Europe, United States and South America. The idea that the human mind was capable of expanding and envision alternate realities was its key focus.

This is only a brief synopsis and this truly incredible art form. This idea allowed for the expansion of the human mind and continues to do so today. It is a wonderful way to explore the limitless abilities of our imagination and allow us an opportunity to escape into a dream state by simply studying an artwork.




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