Lecture 4: Order and Chaos—from the Bauhaus to Surrealism


Summary

The video delves into the Avant-garde thinking of the 1936 exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, tracing the evolution of abstract art practices. It explores the Apollonian aspect of Modern Art, emphasizing order and rationality in practices linked to Russian constructivism. Additionally, the discussion covers Russian Constructivism's emphasis on material experimentation and form simplification, as well as the Surrealist movement's exploration of the unconscious mind and the blending of dreams, reality, and primitivism in artwork.


Introduction to Avant-garde Thinking

Discussion of Avant-garde thinking and two exhibitions in 1936 at the Museum of Modern Art in New York that traced the development of various abstract practices.

Apollonian Aspect of Modern Art

Exploring the Apollonian aspect of Modern Art and its connection to order and rationality in art practices associated with dyle or Russian constructivism.

Exploring Constructivism

Discussion on Russian Constructivism and its focus on material experimentation, form simplification, and the purpose of art in modern life.

Bow House Movement

Overview of the Bow House movement, its Manifesto, principles, and influence on modern art with an emphasis on rational order and innovation.

Surrealism and the Unconscious

Exploration of Surrealism, the role of the unconscious in art, and the intersection of dreams, reality, and primitivism in Surrealist works.

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