Explore The Realistic Thought in Courbet's Works

Abstract

In the 19th century, French artistic creation was constantly innovating, which can be described as colorful. Romanticism and neoclassicism took the lead on the historical stage. Since then, the realist movement led by Courbet has shaken the entire field of fine arts. The unique authenticity and vigorous vitality of realism faithfully reflected the social status quo, sent the working people into the art palace, and injected a new color into the history of Western painting. Through literature analysis, this paper explores the causes and characteristics of Courbet's realistic painting from the social factors, personal factors, and the painter's unique oil painting language. His works are simple and sincere, often using realistic themes, delicate compositions, and thick brushstrokes to depict society. Through the study of Courbet's creative themes, techniques, and ideas, this paper points out that it should based on the current situation of contemporary painting, fully study and give play to the strengths of realistic painting, so as to promote the development of contemporary art.