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In the literal meaning of modern art,how can we justify the departure from the classical or could we?

Answer 1

according to the definition of modern art, how can we prove that the modern art has separated with the classical art, or can we?

Answer 2

Modern Art is Modernism, characterised by the deliberate departure from tradition and the use of innovative forms of expression that distinguish many styles in the arts and literature of the late nineteenth and the twentieth century. Modernism refers to this period's interest in new types of paints and other materials, in expressing feelings and ideas, in creating abstractions and fantasies, rather than representing what is real. This kind of art requires its audience to observe carefully in order to get some facts about the artist, his intentions, and his environment, before forming judgments about the work. Paul Cézanne is often called the 'Father of Modernism'.

Classical is relating to or from ancient Roman or Greek architecture and art. Mainly concerned with geometry and symmetry rather than individual expression.

I am not sure that any art needs justification. Art is what it is for the time it is. Art is many things and represents many different eras in history. So can we justify the history of man? If so then we should be able to justify art.

Answer 3

Does the literal definition of modern art justify leaving classical technique, or should it not justify leaving classical technique. Define modern art literally then determine if that means classical technique can not exist in it.