Art History Terms to Know: Brushstroke

 While somewhat a self-explanatory term, brushstroke is an important factor in identifying and analyzing art. 



    The meaning of brushstroke in art goes beyond just the simple meaning of the word. Take a close look into this Van Gogh work. Zoom into this high resolution image. Not only does it enhance the rendering of the the image, but it makes a statement. Prominent brushstrokes are very common in Post-Impressionism.


    In this work, the brushstrokes are not supposed to be a statement nor are they supposed to be noticed. The brushstroke is just a vehicle for the realism that Hopper chooses to use. 

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