Realism

The rise of Realism was defined by the Revolution of 1848 in France and affected artists, but also created a parallel movement within the literary circle, bringing us such authors as Emil Zola and Charles Dickens. Gustave Courbet, a social radical and painter, was so moved by the events of this time, that he turned his attention and talent to painting scenes of the working class and poor, ordinary people.* The artists in this category did not shy away from depicting the dirt, sweat and wrinkles of their subjects; in fact, they portrayed these features with a quiet, humble dignity. Look for yourself, and remember, if you don't see the image you are looking for, contact us. We can still recreate it.

*Art History: Eighteenth to Twenty-First Century Art, Third Edition; Marilyn Stokstad; Pearson Education (2009)