Realism is a movement in the history of art that emerged in the mid-19th century. It contains above all two characteristic features. Thus, the works of the era represent on the one hand a factual depiction of people as well as scenarios and on the other hand a related political or socially critical statement. The aim of the artists of this style was thus to depict people and their social conditions as realistically as possible. Here, realism distinguishes itself from orientations such as romanticism and classicism.
An important representative of realism was the French painter Gustave Courbet, who lived between 1819 and 1877. Especially his large-scale oil painting "A Funeral in Ornans" can be assigned to the art movement. It was first presented to the public in 1850 as part of the Paris Salon, an art exhibition that was held regularly in the city at the time. Nowadays, the work hangs in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.
Various undercurrents have developed in realism over time, for example American Realism in the United States. Among the most important representatives of this style, which experienced its heyday in the 1920s and 1930s, is the painter Edward Hopper. In his paintings, the artist focused primarily on the loneliness of modern man in urban places such as a bar in the painting "Nighthawks" or a gas station in the portrait "Gas".
Realism
Realism is a movement in the history of art that emerged in the mid-19th century. It contains above all two characteristic features. Thus, the works of the era represent on the one hand a factual depiction of people as well as scenarios and on the other hand a related political or socially critical statement. The aim of the artists of this style was thus to depict people and their social conditions as realistically as possible. Here, realism distinguishes itself from orientations such as romanticism and classicism.
An important representative of realism was the French painter Gustave Courbet, who lived between 1819 and 1877. Especially his large-scale oil painting "A Funeral in Ornans" can be assigned to the art movement. It was first presented to the public in 1850 as part of the Paris Salon, an art exhibition that was held regularly in the city at the time. Nowadays, the work hangs in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.
Various undercurrents have developed in realism over time, for example American Realism in the United States. Among the most important representatives of this style, which experienced its heyday in the 1920s and 1930s, is the painter Edward Hopper. In his paintings, the artist focused primarily on the loneliness of modern man in urban places such as a bar in the painting "Nighthawks" or a gas station in the portrait "Gas".
Frequently Asked Questions about Meisterdrucke
Personalizing your art print at Meisterdrucke is a simple and intuitive process that allows you to design an artwork exactly to your specifications: Choose a frame, determine the image size, decide on a printing medium, and add suitable glazing or a stretcher frame. We also offer customization options such as mats, fillets, and spacers. Our customer service is available to help you design your perfect artwork.
At Meisterdrucke, you have the fascinating option to visualize the artwork you configured directly in your own space. For a tailored preview, simply upload a photo of your room and let the artwork appear on it. If you visit us via a mobile device, be it a phone or tablet, our augmented reality feature brings the image to life and seamlessly projects it into your space. An experience that uniquely combines art and technology.
Choosing the medium is often a matter of personal taste. To give you a clearer idea, we have provided some images for each medium. For a holistic experience, we also offer you a sample set of all paper variants so you can make a decision not just visually but also haptically. You can take advantage of the sample set free of charge – only the shipping costs will apply. You can order the sample set directly.
Do not worry. At Meisterdrucke, we do not proceed mechanically. We manually review each order. If there are any inconsistencies or peculiarities in the configuration, we will immediately contact you. Of course, our courteous and patient support is always at your side to assist you with the configuration. Together with you, we adjust your image by phone or email so that the final result exactly meets your expectations.
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