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MEDIEVAL ART
Medieval Art refers to the art from the 5th to the 15th century, primarily centered around Christian themes and symbols. Early Christian art emerged during a time of persecution and depicted Christ and biblical stories. Byzantine art emphasized imperial authority, with icons featuring gold leaf and vibrant colors. Romanesque art is characterized by thick walls, small windows, and sculptures with strong symbolic meaning. Gothic art is known for its tall spires, large stained-glass windows, and a focus on light and sensory beauty in cathedrals.
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CUBISM
Developed by Picasso and Braque, Cubism rejected traditional perspective by depicting objects from multiple angles simultaneously.
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POP ART
A movement that focused on popular culture and consumerism, with artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein incorporating advertisements, comics, and everyday objects into their work.
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POST IMPRESSIONISM
It continued the exploration of color and light, while emphasizing emotional expression and structural form.
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BAROQUE ART
Developed in 17th-century Europe, Baroque art is characterized by emotional expressions and dynamic compositions. Prominent artists such as Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velázquez often focused on religious and historical themes.
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MINIMALISM
Emerging in the mid-20th century, minimalist art removes complex forms and decorations, focusing on simple, geometric shapes. It emphasizes the minimization of color, form, and composition, offering a pure visua experience for the viewer.
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SURREALISM
It explores the world of dreams and the unconscious, using imaginative and illogical imagery that transcends reality.
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IMPRESSIONISM
Starting in France in the late 19th century, this movement focused on capturing fleeting impressions of light and color, rejecting traditional realism. Artists like Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir emphasized brushstrokes and color contrasts in everyday scenes. Though controversial at first, it laid the foundation for modern art and expanded artistic expression by allowing personal interpretation.
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RENAISSANCE
The Renaissance was a cultural revival period from the 14th to the early 17th century, rediscovering classical values and focusing on human-centered thinking. It saw the development of realism and perspective, with artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael emphasizing human emotion and individuality. The Renaissance brought breakthroughs not only in art but also in science, literature, and philosophy, encouraging a new spirit of inquiry and exploration that led to the eventual transformation of society and culture.
