Modernist Artists discarded conventional methods of depicting perspective, colour and composition to portray their own visions. Their attitudes were reinforced through scientific discovers that made them question the solidity of the 'real' world and the reliability of perception. Modernist artists abandoned orthodox intellect for intuition and depicted their world as they perceived it behind the physical appearance. Their work was not seen as highly valuable even within the latter stages of the movement. However, famous artworks are now prized possessions in most Art Galleries and have become a significant period in the transition between traditional paintings and the artworks known currently.
Picture
Syncromy in Orange: To From
Russel Morgan (1886-1953)
Date: 1913- 1914
Movement: American Modernism
Theme: Abstract
Technique: Oil on Canvas
Modernist Artworks are not always clearly defined by date as many artworks previous to the period can be included included into sub-movements of modernism. Therefore, the movement is not cohesive