Surrealism was never just a Western European phenomenon, but a truly global movement.
In short: Explore the international reach of Surrealism in this virtual exhibition tour. By moving beyond traditional geographic boundaries, this presentation reveals how the movement flourished across diverse networks from the Caribbean to Australia, challenging our limited understanding of its true scope.
While Surrealism is often viewed through a Western European lens, this exhibition, curated by Stephanie D’Alessandro, demonstrates that the movement was international from its early stages. The collection spans nearly eight decades of artistic production, highlighting how Surrealist ideas were adapted and transformed across at least 45 countries.
By examining networks that connect Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, North Africa, Latin America, and Australia, the exhibition reconsiders Surrealism as a revolutionary, globe-spanning force. It emphasizes both the shared collective concerns of these artists and the distinct historical and local contexts that shaped their work, offering a more comprehensive appraisal of the movement's history.
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