Realism is commonly defined as a concern for fact or reality and a rejection of the impractical and visionary. As a word in common use, however, realism is employed to suggest a wide variety of meanings, the choice among them depending on the context of use and the pertinent community of interpretation, from the arts, especially film, literature, and painting, to philosophy, politics, and international relations.

Realism. Art Terms at Biddington's. - A brief discussion and illustration of realism in contemporary art.
Meta Description: [ An explanation & illustration of the contemporary representational art style called realism. Biddington's Pedigree & Provenance provides definitions of art words and terms. ]
WebMuseum: Realism - Comprehensive and well organized site. A good source of reference covering artists and art movements ranging from Gothic and Renaissance to Impressionism and Pop.
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