In terms of art form, realism painting belonged to the figurative art, which was an expression technique. Through the close observation and description of the external objects, artists could see their own feelings and understand the meaning of the significance of these objects. These works of art complied with the viewer's visual experience for the audience to provide sensory and aesthetic pleasure.
Horse - Chinese Painting
Realism painting came from the west and had a long history and profound traditions. In European Renaissance, realism painting rapidly developed and gathered a lot of art masterpieces by world renowned art masters in the art history after experiencing 500-year brilliance. Before the 20th century, the whole western art history was all concerned with realism painting, which was never doubted by people. The western art of 20th century broke the traditional rule of the domination in the world by classical realism. Especially the birth of modern art idea significantly broadened the territory of art. As one of the art forms, realism painting still occupied the important position. At the same time, there was no lack of excellent artists and works.
Realism paintings had a broad market in China. In the 20th Century, realism painting still played a key role in Chinese painting world, which was mainly thanks to the support and promotion of the government. The French realism painting represented by Xu Beihong was regarded as orthodox, where artistic practice and long term teaching restriction were existed to create for politics. Within the defined mode, there was one point that should be recognized by the Chinese and foreign artists, namely Chinese artists greatly improved their painting techniques.
In conclusion, realistic painting has an irresistible charm and plays an irreplaceable role. There are so many artists who are willing to devote their heart with great concentration honed.
