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How ancient art influenced modern art - Felipe Galindo

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The term modern art sounds like it means art that is popular now, but the style actually originated over 150 years ago and includes artists like Picasso, Matisse, and Gauguin. What’s more ironic is that this movement they pioneered – considered revolutionary at the time – was inspired largely by objects of traditional and ancient design. Felipe Galindo details ancient influences on modern art.

Modern art was a movement created by artists who wanted to part with past art forms. Why do you think those artists looked at ancient cultures for inspiration?

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  • Educator Felipe Galindo
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