avant-garde art
/ˌævɑːnt ˈɡɑːrd art/ · av·ant · garde · art
noun
- Art that is innovative, experimental, and pushes the boundaries of traditional art forms. The museum's avant-garde art collection features works by artists who challenge conventional norms and expectations.
- A style of art that emphasizes creativity, originality, and self-expression. The artist's avant-garde approach to painting resulted in a unique and thought-provoking piece that sparked a lot of discussion.
adjective
- Characterized by innovation, experimentation, and a willingness to challenge conventional norms. The avant-garde fashion designer's latest collection featured bold and daring designs that were unlike anything seen before.
- Pioneering or leading-edge in a particular field or movement. The avant-garde musician's new album was hailed as a game-changer in the music industry.
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Did you know? The term 'avant-garde' was first used to describe the artistic movement of the same name in the late 19th century, but it gained widespread popularity in the early 20th century with the rise of Dadaism and Surrealism.