The simplest and broadest way to look at Modernism is to think of it as an artistic theory or perspective that respects but transcends tradition and traditional theories, often pushing the bounds in wildly unexpected, avant-garde, and intellectual ways. Modernism also has great respect for the work of art itself, considered apart from the Artist, from the Audience, and from the Universe (other literary theories are more focused on the relation of the object to one of these dimensions). This aspect of Modernism is heavily related to Structuralism.
Some prominent Modernists are James Joyce, Ezra Pound, TS Eliot, EE Cummings, and Franz Kafka. (I'd tell you painters but I don't know much about visual art).
Postmodernism is often confused with Modernism. Postmodernism is a reaction to Modernism, as Modernism is a reaction to the theories before it, but where Modernism transcends the previous theories, Postmodernism rejects them outright and seeks to establish its own. The field of Postmodernism attacks anything concrete (especially absolute truths and binaries), arguing that (almost) anything can be reduced to a "social construct." Postmodernism is hazy at best and has all been done before by Modernism.
Innovation - Modernism is characterized by a focus on innovation, progress, and breaking away from traditional norms and values.
Innovation and reevaluation of traditions
Questioning inherited traditions and conventions innovation (apex)
Please be more specific. Fundamental qualities of what?
Fundamentalists are people that relates negatively to forms of modernism going back to fundamental rules. It is based on the religion, form of child care and way of running museums.
The seven fundamental qualities of measurement are magnitude, equality, unity, strength, systematic, stability, and structure. These qualities are essential for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of any measurement process.
The seven fundamental qualities often referred to are compassion, integrity, humility, adaptability, resilience, openness, and authenticity. These qualities are considered essential for personal growth, leadership development, and building strong relationships.
A fundamental characteristic of modernism is a rethinking and questioning of traditional beliefs, values, and norms. Modernist works often explore themes of individualism, alienation, and the impact of technology on society.
Fundamental qualities are basic traits or characteristics that are essential to something's nature or existence. They represent the core attributes that define the essence of a system, concept, or object.
One fundamental characteristic of modernism is a break from traditional forms and conventions. This movement sought to challenge established norms and experiment with new ways of expression in various art forms like literature, art, and music.
Modernism :)
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