Examine the concept of Surrealism and discover Surrealist writer André Breton and artist Salvador Dalí

Examine the concept of Surrealism and discover Surrealist writer André Breton and artist Salvador Dalí

Learn about Surrealism, as exemplified by French writer André Breton and Spanish artist Salvador Dalí.
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    Pope Clement VII commissioned Michelangelo to paint a fresco in the Sistine Chapel in 1534.
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    Impressionism is a style of art that showcases natural light, movement, and moments.
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    Degas' interest in painting ballerinas speaks to his love of classic beauty.