Avant-garde

Definition

Avant-garde refers to innovative or experimental ideas, art forms, or movements that challenge traditional norms. It often pushes boundaries and seeks to break new ground in artistic expression.

Related terms

Surrealism: An artistic movement characterized by dreamlike imagery, irrational juxtapositions, and an exploration of the subconscious mind.

Dadaism: An avant-garde movement that emerged during World War I which rejected logic and reason while embracing chaos and absurdity.

Cubism: A revolutionary art movement pioneered by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque that depicts objects from multiple viewpoints simultaneously through geometric shapes.