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Urban Realism
Years active1880s–1930s
LocationEurope, United States
Major figuresGeorge Bellows, John Sloan, Edward Hopper
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Urban Realism is a cultural and artistic movement that developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a reaction to the rapid urbanization and industrialization of cities, particularly in Europe and the United States. The movement is characterized by its focus on the everyday realities of urban life, often highlighting the struggles of the working class and marginalized communities. Urban Realism sought to present an unvarnished, sometimes gritty portrayal of city life, contrasting with the more idealized representations of the time. Artists associated with this movement, such as those in the Ashcan School, used a dark and muted color palette to emphasize the mood and atmosphere of the urban environment, reflecting the social, economic, and political challenges of modern city living​.[1]

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  1. ^ "Urban realism | arts | Britannica".