Art Movements

1. Impressionism (1860s - 1890s)

1.1. Characteristics: Loose brushwork, light colors, emphasis on natural light, everyday life scenes

1.2. Famous Artists: Claude Monet, Pierre-August Renoir, Edgar Degas

2. Cubism (1907-1920s)

2.1. Notable Works: Les Demoiselles d'Avignon by Picasso, The Portuguese by Braque

2.2. Influence: Inspired by African art, led to futurism a more abstract art

3. Surrealism (1920s - 1950s)

3.1. Characteristics: irrational scenes, dreamlike settings, very deep psychologically

3.2. Famous Artists: Max Ernst, Salvador Dalí, René Magritte