20th Century Art Movements

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Focus on light and atmosphere and Use of vibrant colors

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Impressionism

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Broken brushwork and Interest in everyday scenes

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Impressionism

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Capturing fleeting moments and Depiction of movement

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Impressionism

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Absence of clear outlines and Emphasis on perception

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Impressionism

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was a groundbreaking art movement of the early 20th century, co-founded by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque.

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Cubism

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It revolutionized the way art was perceived and created, introducing new ways of representing objects, space, and form.

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Cubism

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known for its distinct characteristics that challenged traditional artistic conventions

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Cubism

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Geometric abstraction and Multiple perspectives

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Cubism

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Collage and assemblage and Shift to representation to concept

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Cubism

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was an avant-garde art movement that emerged in response to the disillusionment and chaos caused by World War I.

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Dadaism

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It rejected conventional artistic and societal norms, embracing absurdity, irony, and anti-art sentiments.

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Dadaism

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Known for its distinct characteristics that aimed to challenge established traditions and provoke thought.

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Dadaism

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Anti-art and rejection of norms and Absurdity and non-sense

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Dadaism

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Ready-Mades and Political and social critique

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Dadaism

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was a prominent art movement that emerged in the post-World War II era, primarily in the United States.

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Abstract Expressionism

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It was characterized by its emphasis on spontaneous, emotive, and abstract forms of expression.

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Abstract Expressionism

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Known for its distinct characteristics that set it apart from earlier art movements.

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Abstract Expressionism

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Emotional expression and Action painting

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Abstract Expressionism

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Color and texture and Lack of defined composition and Personal style

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Abstract Expressionism

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The 20th century saw rapid technological progress, including the rise of automobiles, airplanes, television, computers, and the internet, which drastically changed the way people communicated, traveled, and accessed information.

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Technological Advancements

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The proliferation of mass media, such as radio, television, cinema, and later the internet, brought global culture closer and influenced the dissemination of ideas, art, and entertainment on a larger scale.

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Mass Media and Communication

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Increasing globalization facilitated cross-cultural interactions and the exchange of ideas, leading to the blending and hybridization of cultural elements from different parts of the world.

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Cultural Exchange

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Emerged, as young people began to define their own cultural norms, fashion, and music, leading to the rise of subcultures like hippies, punks, and hip-hop enthusiasts.

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Youth Culture

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Events that shaped Modern Art in Cultural Changes (TMCY)

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Technological Advancements
Mass Media and Communication
Cultural Exchange
Youth Culture

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Across the world, there were significant struggles for civil rights and social justice, including the African-American Civil Rights Movement in the United States, the women's liberation movement, LGBTQ+ rights activism, and Indigenous rights movements.

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Civil Rights Movements

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Traditional family structures evolved, with changing roles for men and women, the acceptance of diverse family models, and an emphasis on individualism.

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Changing Family Dynamics

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The 20th century witnessed this as people migrated from rural areas to cities, leading to the growth of metropolitan areas and the development of urban cultures.

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Urbanization

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Advances in medical science led to increased life expectancy, improved healthcare, and the eradication or control of many diseases.

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Healthcare and Medicine

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Events that shaped Modern Art in Social Changes (CCUH)

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Civil Rights Movements Changing Family Dynamics Urbanization Healthcare and Medicine

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Many countries gained independence from colonial rule, leading to the end of empires and the emergence of new nations across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

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Decolonization

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The latter half of the 20th century saw increased economic interdependence and the emergence of international organizations like the United Nations and the World Trade Organization, promoting diplomacy and cooperation.

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Globalization

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Events that shaped Modern Art in Political Changes (DGW)

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Decolonization Globalization World Wars