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How to define Surrealism style?

Surrealism is a literary and artistic movement that appeared in France in 1924, written by André Breton. It can be translated as "above realism" or "more than real".It is a dictation of thought, where reason and aesthetic or moral concerns must be erased. For Breton, surrealism is justified by a desire for emancipation: by freeing the unconscious to reconcile it with the conscious, humanity will be able to free itself from the constraints imposed by logic and reason. The artists and writers will therefore be inspired by the Dada movement, as well as the theses of Sigmund Freud, and the works of the Symbolists, in particular those of Gustave Moreau and Odilon Redon. In literature, this approach will manifest itself in curious experiments, such as automatic writing or the exquisite corpse. In art, different currents will stand out: we speak of organic surrealism (Joan Miro, André Masson, Max Ernst), for those who use automatic techniques to free their creative imagination, or dreamlike surrealism (Salvador Dali, René Magritte) for those who use traditional techniques to represent surrealistic subjects (visions, dreams, hallucinatory scenes, impulses, fears, phobias, desires…). Surrealism has a face: that of Dali and his mustaches, but it also has emblematic works in different mediums, such as the sculptures of Alberto Giacometti (Woman with the Cut Throat, Hands holding the Void ...), or the photographs of Man Ray (Black and White, Violin d'Ingres, The Gift…). The Swiss artist Meret Oppenheim for her part composed with these different mediums (sculptures, photographs, ready-mades) to transcribe with poetry the extent of this current. The recurring themes and symbols of surrealism are: unexpected encounters, incongruous juxtapositions, dehumanizing masks (African, gas or industrial), the praying mantis (embodying fear of women), as well as puns (especially between the title of the work and its composition) and other visual puns, such as the famous “This is not a pipe” by Belgian René Magritte.

Buying artworks on the theme of "Nude"

Since antiquity, the human body in its simplest form has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration for artists. Apart from the Middle Ages when the religious influence threw a modest veil over the naked body, considered shameful and synonymous with "sin", the nude has always been a kind of painting aimed at highlighting and celebrating beauty of the human body in an academic or more erotic way. The nude in painting, whether masculine or feminine, is above all the correct representation of the curves of a silhouette, the work on the symmetry of the features, the correctness of the proportions, through poses and postures more or less less suggestive. Among the famous nude works until today, let us quote for example Paul Gauguin with his painting “And the gold of their body”, “The Girl with the mirror” of Georges Rouault, “Origin of the world” by Gustave Courbet.

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How do I buy a nude painting online?

Can I buy a female or male nude painting to decorate my home?

Is it tasteful to buy a female or male nude painting for my bedroom?

Female or male bodies have been powerful sources of inspiration for artists around the world since Antiquity. Figurative, surrealist or abstract nudes and portraits have marked the history of Art. Painters love to draw a nude body and apply watercolor, acrylic brushes or oil with a knife. Artists hand paint on canvas nude full bodies or some emblematic body parts.

Nude artworks or naked bodies on paintings make you remember the beauty and time of life, and can echo your religion if you have any. 

Nude paintings can look classic, quite boring, but naked art can be absolutely modern too depending on the artist's style. Contemporary artists are great at painting every inch of a woman or a man's body. They will make you love to collect nude paintings. A simple hand drawing of a nude female or male on paper with a frame can be a beauty on your wall.

One of the first things that you should consider when you buy a nude painting online is the type of subject.

There are many artists who sell works of art that are strictly female. If this is your type of painting, then you might want to buy a nude from these artists.

There are also many artists online who sell art that depicts men. If this type of painting appeals to you, then you may want to look into buying some of their work. You should buy a painting of a man if the subject appeals to you, as well as if you think this male representation is an artsy beauty.

As you view the images to buy a nude painting online, you should also consider the style. Some people buy paintings because they are simply inspired by them. There are other people who buy a nude paintings online because they are inspired by current society events, culture, history or religion. 

 It is not usual to have a nude painting in a living room, framed canvas and hand signed by a contemporary artist inspired by figurative or abstract art. Art lovers might prefer to hang naked artwork on a wall in a more private room, like a bedroom.

If you need some inspiration, you can type in google "sold nude painting". You will view the online trends sold by artists around the world. 

Nude has large meaning, you can be free to add in your search "buy nude painting" by adding keywords such as

•  female, male, couple, lady, woman, man, human, people
•  naked, undressed, sleeping, erotic
•  full body, half body, hair, breast, torso, hand
•  realism, hyperrealism, abstract, pop art, street art...

Nude paintings are very popular artworks for sale on ArtMajeur. 

You can buy an original painting, or you can have other options such as

•  buy high quality prints in open or limited edition by ordering a poster or canvas
•  buy a product like digital license to order a print
•  contact the artists for commissioned custom artworks

One of the fastest ways to buy an artsy painting is to buy a nude painting on an online art gallery. You can shop for any nude painting as any product on the web after doing some homework.

Buying a painting online has many advantages, including the fact that you save time, and you are entirely free, avoiding physically visiting a gallery. You can buy artworks from an art website and have it delivered anywhere you like. You will absolutely love to remodel your home decor with new options and sizes of paintings that will make it unique, especially with an abstract or figurative nude painting with an elegant frame on your living room wall.

Art collectors enjoy buying nude paintings online as they have plenty of free time to select the best artworks. Indeed, you can enlarge your searches and buy a fine art nude painting from well known art marketplaces. Among them, ArtMajeur is an online gallery whose policy is to have the lowest art commission on the internet to enable artists to make a living. You will definitely find thousands of nude paintings on ArtMajeur,  and you will be able to select them to get the best choice on our online gallery.

If you buy a nude painting online from a gallery, you can get reduced prices from the artists or coupons from the website. 

If you are an art lover with a small wallet, you can make price offers to the artist or order a fine art print of the original artwork. These options are offered by ArtMajeur.

Once you have a large selection that can match your wall decor, you need to filter the size and the colors of the artwork you want to buy.

Indeed, you will filter the nude paintings by the size you want, small, medium or large. Art websites enable you to add a range of inches, for example.

Think about what you really like, a nude artwork on canvas with palette knife oil, or brushes of acrylic painting or a delicate watercolor painting... The question of shipping is paramount as well: 

•  will the naked art painting be shipped stretched on canvas?
•  is it already framed
•  will it be sent in a box?

When you buy a nude painting online, you need to make sure you have plenty of information available about the painting. This means knowing the name of the artist and the website.

Make sure if you want to buy an original that it is actually one and not just a print.

Check the type of canvas that the artist used for the nude painting you are about to buy. Painters usually put information about the

•  type of canvas
•  thickness
•  protection of the painting with a lacquer...

 It is easy to buy a painting online if you compare the shipping costs and price. Art enthusiasts have the best source of information about artworks. You can enter the title and artist name of the artwork to instantly find the best option. Public prices include shipping fees. It is important to verify the shipping method. ArtMajeur terms and conditions of selling artworks are also included in this. There is no surprise here. You can also return the original painting at any time if you are not satisfied.

It is important to double-check the size and format of the naked female painting you want to buy. This is particularly important when you order art online. You don't want to buy a canvas that is too small. It will be a pity to buy an artwork online and find out that the order received is a canvas with a custom frame that doesn't fit in your space on the wall.

"Buying a nude painting online will definitely save you time and money".

Discover contemporary Artworks on ArtMajeur

Contemporary art is a vibrant constellation of artistic expressions. This creative universe encompasses a wide array of mediums, from paintings, sculpture, and photography to drawing, printmaking, textile art, and digital art, each medium a star shining with its own distinct radiance. Artists use diverse supports and materials to bring their visions to life, such as canvas, wood, metal, and even innovative digital canvases for the creation of virtual masterpieces. 

A contemporary painting, for instance, may weave its story through the masterful strokes of acrylic or oil, while a contemporary sculpture might sing its song in the language of stone, bronze, or found objects. The photographic arts capture and manipulate light to produce striking images, while printmaking employs techniques like lithography and screen-printing to produce multiples of a single, impactful image. Textile art plays with fabrics and fibers, whereas digital art pushes the boundaries of creation with innovative technology. 

The allure of contemporary art lies in its boundary-pushing nature, its relentless quest for experimentation and its constant reflection of the evolving human experience. This boundless creativity, coupled with its strong social and personal commentary, makes every piece of contemporary art a unique emblem of its time, a mirror held up to the realities and dreams of our complex world. It whispers to us, moves us, provokes thought, and kindles a deep emotional response, stirring the soul of anyone willing to listen. It is, indeed, the language of emotions and ideas, spoken in the dialect of our era.

Origins and history of contemporary art

The story of contemporary art unfolds in the mid-20th century, marked by seismic shifts in artistic expression. Post-World War II, around the 1950s and 1960s, artists began experimenting beyond traditional confines, challenging the norms of what art could be. This revolutionary epoch birthed myriad new movements and artistic forms such as abstract expressionism, pop art, and minimalism. Paintings, once confined by realism, embraced abstraction, as artists used color and form to express emotions and ideas. Notable periods like the advent of pop art in the late 1950s and early 1960s saw artworks mimicking popular culture and mass media, reflecting society’s shifting focus.

The sculptural arts, too, witnessed a metamorphosis. Sculptors started to experiment with new materials and forms, often creating artworks that interacted with the viewer and the surrounding space, fostering a sense of engagement. Drawing, a timeless practice, also evolved, with artists incorporating innovative techniques and concepts to redefine its role in contemporary art.

Photography, a relatively new medium, emerged as a powerful tool in the contemporary art landscape. Born in the 19th century, it truly came into its own in the latter half of the 20th century, blurring the lines between fine art and documentation. Printmaking, a practice dating back to ancient times, saw renewed interest and experimentation with techniques like lithography, etching, and screen printing gaining prominence.

The realm of textile art expanded dramatically, as artists began to appreciate the versatility and tactile quality of fabric and fibers. Artists began using textiles to challenge the boundaries between fine art, craft, and design. 

The dawn of digital technology in the late 20th century heralded a new age for contemporary art. Digital art emerged as artists started leveraging new technologies to create immersive, interactive experiences, often blurring the line between the virtual and the physical world.

Through these transformative periods, the essence of contemporary art has remained the same: a dynamic, evolving reflection of the times we live in, continually pushing boundaries and embracing the new, always questioning, always exploring.

Evolutions of theses contemporary works in the art market

As we navigate through the 21st century, the dynamic landscape of contemporary art continues to evolve and expand, reflecting our ever-changing world. Contemporary paintings, once primarily confined to two-dimensional canvases, now embrace a multitude of forms and techniques, ranging from mixed media installations to digital creations, each piece a rich a weaving of thoughts, emotions, and narratives. Sculpture, too, has ventured far beyond traditional stone and bronze, with artists incorporating light, sound, and even motion, embodying the ephemerality and flux of the modern world.

Photography, in the hands of Contemporary Artists, has expanded its horizons, seamlessly blending with digital technology to create breathtaking imagery that challenges our perception of reality. Drawing, as well, has transcended the borders of paper, incorporating multimedia elements and exploratory techniques to redefine its role in the artistic discourse. Printmaking continues to flourish, with contemporary artists using traditional methods in innovative ways to deliver potent social and personal commentaries.

Textile art, once considered a craft, now holds a prominent place in the contemporary art world, with artists using it to explore issues of identity, tradition, and cultural heritage. Meanwhile, digital art, the newest member of the contemporary art family, has revolutionized the way we create and interact with art, presenting immersive experiences that blur the boundary between the virtual and the physical.

These diverse forms of contemporary art hold significant value in the current art market, not only due to their aesthetic appeal but also their ability to encapsulate and communicate complex ideas and emotions. Collectors, curators, and art lovers worldwide seek these works, drawn to their inherent dynamism, their innovative use of materials, and their eloquent expressions of our shared human experience. As a testimonial to our times, these contemporary artworks encapsulate the pulse of our society and the resonance of individual voices, forever etching our collective narrative into the annals of art history.

Famous Contemporary Artists

As we delve into the vibrant realm of contemporary art, we encounter an array of artists who shape this dynamic field. Each a master in their medium - painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, printmaking, textile, or digital art - they push artistic boundaries, reflecting our era and challenging perceptions. Let’s explore these remarkable contributors and their groundbreaking works.

1. Gerhard Richter - Known for his multi-faceted approach to painting, Richter challenges the boundaries of the medium, masterfully oscillating between abstract and photorealistic styles. His works, whether featuring squeegee-pulled pigments or blurred photographic images, engage in a fascinating dialogue with perception.

2. Jeff Koons - A significant figure in contemporary sculpture, Koons crafts monumental pieces that explore themes of consumerism, taste, and popular culture. His iconic balloon animals, constructed in mirror-polished stainless steel, captivate with their playful yet profound commentary.

3. Cindy Sherman - An acclaimed photographer, Sherman uses her lens to explore identity and societal roles, particularly of women. Renowned for her conceptual self-portraits, she assumes myriad characters, pushing the boundaries of photography as a medium of artistic expression.

4. David Hockney - Hockney, with his prolific output spanning six decades, is a pivotal figure in contemporary drawing. His bold use of color and playful exploration of perspective convey an intoxicating sense of joy and an unabashed celebration of life.

5. Kiki Smith - An innovative printmaker, Smith’s work explores the human condition, particularly the female body and its social and cultural connotations. Her etchings and lithographs speak to universal experiences of life, death, and transformation.

6. El Anatsui - A master of textile art, Anatsui creates stunning tapestry-like installations from discarded bottle caps and aluminum scraps. These shimmering, flexible sculptures blend traditional African aesthetic with contemporary art sensibilities, speaking to themes of consumption, waste, and the interconnectedness of our world.

7. Rafael Lozano-Hemmer - A leading figure in digital art, Lozano-Hemmer utilizes technology to create interactive installations that blend architecture and performance art. His work, often participatory in nature, explores themes of surveillance, privacy, and the relationship between people and their environments.

Notable contemporary artworks

The contemporary art landscape is a dynamic patchwork of diverse expressions and groundbreaking ideas, each artwork a unique dialog with its audience. Here are a selection of some renowned contemporary artworks, spanning various media such as painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, printmaking, textile art, and digital art, that have profoundly influenced this vibrant movement.

1. "Cloud Gate" by Anish Kapoor, 2006 - This monumental stainless steel sculpture, also known as "The Bean," mirrors and distorts the Chicago skyline and onlookers in its seamless, liquid-like surface, creating an interactive experience that blurs the line between the artwork and the viewer.

2. "Marilyn Diptych" by Andy Warhol, 1962 - An iconic piece of pop art, this silkscreen painting features fifty images of Marilyn Monroe. Half brightly colored, half in black and white, it reflects the dichotomy of celebrity life and its influence on popular culture.

3. "Rhein II" by Andreas Gursky, 1999 - This photographic artwork, a digitally-altered image of the Rhine River, is celebrated for its minimalist aesthetic. It strips the landscape to its bare essentials, invoking a sense of tranquility and vastness.

4. "Black Square" by Kazimir Malevich, 1915 - A revolutionary painting in the realm of abstract art, this piece, featuring nothing more than a black square on a white field, challenges traditional notions of representation, symbolizing a new era in artistic expression.

5. "Puppy" by Jeff Koons, 1992 - This giant sculpture, a West Highland Terrier blanketed in flowering plants, explores themes of innocence, consumer culture, and the interplay between high art and kitsch. It’s a delightful blend of traditional sculpture and garden craft.

6. "Re-projection: Hoerengracht" by Ed and Nancy Kienholz, 1983-1988 - A room-sized tableau representing Amsterdam’s red-light district, this work combines elements of sculpture, painting, lighting, and found objects. It engages viewers in a stark commentary on commodification and objectification.

7. "Untitled" (Your body is a battleground) by Barbara Kruger, 1989 - This photomontage, combining black-and-white photography with impactful text, explores issues of feminism, identity, and power. Its potent, confrontational message is a prime example of the power of text in contemporary visual art.

8. "For the Love of God" by Damien Hirst, 2007 - This sculpture, a platinum cast of a human skull encrusted with 8,601 diamonds, probes themes of mortality, value, and the human fascination with luxury and decadence. It’s a compelling blend of macabre and magnificence.

9. "Physical impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living" by Damien Hirst, 1991 - This artwork, featuring a tiger shark preserved in formaldehyde, blurs the line between traditional sculpture and biological specimen. It prompts viewers to contemplate mortality and nature’s ferocity.

10. "One and Three Chairs" by Joseph Kosuth, 1965 - A piece of conceptual art, it presents a physical chair, a photograph of a chair, and a dictionary definition of a chair, thus exploring the relationship between language, picture, and referent in art.

These pieces, in their diversity, exemplify the rich tapestry of contemporary art, each piece a unique commentary on our world and a testament to the limitless potential of creative expression.