Surrealism : 18 Articles

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Realism and Surrealism: The Human Being Between Reality and Dream

Art history • Apr 22, 2025 • 7 minutes read

Realism, rooted in the 19th century, depicts the human body in real and often harsh contexts, emphasizing social injustices, as seen in Daumier’s Rue Transnonain. In contrast, 20th-century Surrealism, influenced by Freud’s psychoanalysis, uses dreams and the unconscious to transform the human body into a symbol of desires and fears...

Love in Art History: From the Renaissance to Pop Art

Art history • 11 minutes read

From the ethereal sculptures of ancient Greece to the passionate expressions of the Baroque, and on to the bold transformations of Cubism and Pop Art, love is analyzed and dissected through various artistic movements that have captured and reinterpreted its changing essence...

Ahmed Alsoudani: Surreal Reflections of War and Identity

Artist Portrait • 6 minutes read

Ahmed Alsoudani, a renowned Iraqi artist, uses surrealism to explore the trauma of war and displacement, blending abstract and figurative elements with acrylic and charcoal techniques. His works, exhibited internationally, transcend cultural boundaries by transforming personal experiences into universal narratives about resilience and identity.

Inka Essenhigh: Pop Surrealism & Dreamlike Art

Artist Portrait • 7 minutes read

Inka Essenhigh is a contemporary American painter known for her surreal, dreamlike landscapes and fluid, figurative forms. Her work often blends elements of mythology, nature, and fantasy, creating imaginative, otherworldly scenes with a sense of fluid movement.

Surrealism Turns One Hundred Years Old: The Forgotten Works

Art history • 16 minutes read

The year 2024 marks the centenary of Surrealism, a revolutionary art movement founded by André Breton that explored the unconscious and irrational through works by artists such as Dalí, Magritte, and Ernst. To mark this anniversary, Artmajeur celebrates with a selection of lesser-known works...

Francesco Musante: A Journey Through Imaginative Art

Artist portraits • 10 minutes read

Francesco Musante is an Italian painter celebrated for his vibrant and whimsical expression. His art transports viewers to enchanted worlds filled with vivid colors and playful forms, creating a unique narrative that blends fantasy and poetry...

Under the Eiffel Tower: French Art Movements Explored through Artmajeur

French art history • 15 minutes read

France has been the cradle of numerous revolutionary art movements. From the Gothic of the 12th century to the Rococo of the 18th century, these movements have transformed art and architecture. In the 19th century, the Barbizon School and Realism introduced a more realistic representation of nature and daily life. The focus of this article will be on Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Free Figuration, analyzing works present on Artmajeur...

In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination

Artist portraits • 10 minutes read

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Joan Miró, where surrealism meets abstraction in a vibrant symphony of colors and shapes. From his early influences to his iconic masterpieces like 'The Tilled Field' and 'The Birth of the World,' Miró's journey unfolds, revealing his unique perspective on the subconscious and the fantastical...

Marc Chagall: A Journey Through Art and Imagination

Artist portraits • 13 minutes read

Marc Chagall's artistic journey is marked by an exceptional blend of surrealism, imagination, and vibrant color, transcending the conventional boundaries of artistic expression...

Salvador Dalí: Provocateur of Surrealism and Cultural Icon

Artist Portrait • 16 minutes read

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989), a Spanish surrealist artist renowned for his meticulous draftsmanship and eccentric imagery. From his early influences by Impressionism and Renaissance masters to his embrace of Cubism and Surrealism, Dalí's career was marked by iconic works. Despite controversies over his support for Franco and commercial ventures, Dalí's legacy persists.

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