Fauvism was an art movement that emerged in France in the early 1900s. The term "Fauvism" comes from the French word "fauve," which means "wild beast." The movement was characterized by its bold use of color, simplified forms, and a rejection of traditional perspective. Fauvist artists sought to express themselves through color and form, rather than through the representation of reality.
Fauvism was a significant movement in art history because it marked a departure from the traditional art of the time. Fauvist artists rejected the academic approach to art, which emphasized realism and accuracy, and instead embraced a more expressive and subjective approach.
Fauvism paved the way for other modern art movements, such as Cubism and Expressionism, which also rejected traditional approaches to art.
