Realism is a broad philosophical and artistic movement that emerged in the 19th century and has influenced many areas of thought and culture. At its core, realism emphasizes the idea that there is a reality that exists independently of our perceptions or interpretations of it.
Beliefs[edit | edit source]
Art[edit | edit source]
Realism in art refers to a style and movement that emerged in the mid-19th century in response to the dominant Romanticism of the time. Realism sought to depict the world as it actually was, with an emphasis on the accurate portrayal of everyday life, the working class, and the natural world.
Literature[edit | edit source]
Realism in literature is a literary movement that emerged in the mid-19th century and sought to depict the world as it actually was, with an emphasis on the accurate portrayal of everyday life, social conditions, and the struggles of ordinary people.
Music[edit | edit source]
Realism in music is an approach to composition that seeks to represent the world as it actually is, with an emphasis on the accurate portrayal of sounds and musical elements from everyday life. It is characterized by a rejection of romanticism and a focus on objective, observational techniques.
