Surrealism painting is a cultural movement that began in the early 1920s, and is best known for the visual oil artworks and writings of the group members. Surrealist works feature the element of surprise, unexpected juxtapositions and non sequitur; however, many Surrealist artists and writers regard their work as an expression of the philosophical movement first and foremost, with the works being an artifact. Leader André Breton was explicit in his assertion that Surrealism was above all a revolutionary movement.
Surrealism painting developed out of the Dada activities during World War I and the most important center of the movement was Paris. From the 1920s onward, the movement spread around the globe, eventually affecting the visual arts, literature, film and music of many countries and languages, as well as political thought and practice, philosophy and social theory.
Although these Surrealism oil paintings portrayed elements of surprise, unexpected juxtapositions and non-sequitur surreal artists regarded their work as an expression of the philosophical movement. Not sure what all that means above, but know you enjoy a touch of the unusual? This is your gallery. Here you will find Surrealism oil paintings that balance between reality and a dream. |