Classical Realism Art Examples

25 Most Famous Realism Paintings Ever Made

What Is Realism in Art?

Realism refers to the 19th-century art movement that originated in France and was used to portray aspects of society, typically everyday life and the lives of the working class.

Christinas World (1948) by Andrew Wyeth

Christinas World, painted in 1948 by Andrew Wyeth, is a classic example of American realism. It depicts a woman, Christina Olson, who has polio, lying in a field while looking at a house in the distance.