Art 20th century
20th century art refers to the period of modern art that started around the beginning of 20th century and lasted all through until 21st century. This period of art is known to be a revolutionary one since many individual artists and arts came into existence during this time. The 20th century art style or movement was largely influenced by the ideologies and philosophies prevailing in the 20th century. As such, it is often characterized by the emergence of new and radical ideas in the society such as feminism, socialism, nihilism and globalization. Some of the most influential art movements in 20th century were impressionism, dadaism, surrealism and abstract expressionism. Among these different styles of arts, one particular style stood out as having a unique social characteristic that made it distinct from other styles. This uniqueness was largely influenced by several factors such as politics, religion and culture, making the art style become specific to one geographical location. Examples of these styles include: Art Deco was a movement that started in France and spread to other parts of Europe including Britain, Italy and Germany. It is characterized by clean lines and geometric forms that also depict modern life in those areas during early 20th century. The style depicts more of a social history and is used as decoration in homes, offices and public buildings. German Expressionism was an art movement that emerged before the First World War but existed from 1905 to 1925. It started in Germany although it had influences from other countries like Belgium and France. This style of art gives out full expression through thick lines, exaggerations and contrasting colors to portray the artist's emotions and views on society. Surrealism was an art movement that emerged in early 20th century, mainly in Europe. It is characterized by the use of dream-like imagery such as the flying machines, morphing landscapes and unnatural human anatomy among others. This movement gave out works that had a dream like quality of art. The common theme in all these movements is their utilization of new and innovative forms of expression to portray the artists views on society. Furthermore, all these styles also sought to challenge the traditional art style or movement that existed before them. However, it must be noted that most these art movements were short lived due to the political, economic and social instability that existed in many parts of Europe during this time. During the 20th century, there was a great number of individual artists who were very creative and unique in their styles. Among these famous artists include Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali.
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Auguste Renoir, 1918 - Young woman with rose - fine art print
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August Macke, 1911 - Child with doll - fine art print
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Josef Eberz, 1919 - People - fine art print
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Alfred Roller, 1901 - The St. Lawrence - fine art print
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Domenico Morelli, 1900 - The Gladiator - fine art print
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Jules Pascin, 1922 - Offering to Venus (Offering to Venus) - fine art print
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René Ménard, 1911 - Pastoral Scene - fine art print
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Walther Gamerith, 1936 - Grete Gamerith on blue couch - fine art print
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Thomas Theodor Heine, 1905 - A country house - fine art print
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Dorothy Kate Richmond, 1900 - Lady of the Lillies - fine art print
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Charles Sims, 1905 - Figure of a woman - fine art print
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1905 - Peaches on a Plate - fine art print
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Tina Blau, 1902 - Krieau in the Prater - fine art print
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Henri Fantin-Latour, 1902 - The Palace of Aurora - fine art print
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Wassily Kandinsky, 1909 - Mountain - fine art print
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Alexei von Jawlensky, 1912 - Spring - fine art print
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Louis Lozowick, 1922 - City Shapes - fine art print
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Hans Wilt, 1909 - Spring in the Vienna Woods - fine art print
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Eugène Louis Gillot, 1900 - The boom of the Ile Saint-Louis - fine art print
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Hugo Darnaut, 1906 - The ruin Starhemberg in Piestingtal - fine art print
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William James Glackens, 1915 - Young Woman in Green - fine art print
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Mary Cassatt, 1910 - The bath - fine art print
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Wassily Kandinsky, 1921 - Red spot ii - fine art print
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Thomas P. Barnett, 1914 - Close of a Winter Day - fine art print
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Richard E. Miller, 1910 - The Chinese Statuette - fine art print
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Carl Wilhelmson, 1919 - The Bögevik Road - fine art print
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Auguste Renoir, 1908 - The Farm at Les Collettes, Cagnes - fine art print
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Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, 1914 - View from the Window - fine art print
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Raymond McIntyre, 1922 - Head of a girl - fine art print
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Alfred Zoff, 1911 - Aufgehender moon over Nieuport - fine art print
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Charles Johann Palmié, 1905 - Morning fog Munich - fine art print
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Maurice Chabas, 1910 - Contemplation - fine art print
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Leo Gestel, 1930 - Logo Design (horses, birds, faces, etc.) - fine art print
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Martin Monnickendam, 1915 - Church tower in Weesp - fine art print
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John Steuart Curry, 1935 - The Mississippi - fine art print
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Pierre Bonnard, 1917 - Young girls at the seagull - fine art print
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Julius Victor Berger, 1902 - Atelierinterieur - fine art print
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Leo Gestel, 1936 - woman sitting with knees raised (sketch) - fine art print
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