The Renaissance, meaning 'rebirth', marked a significant shift in artistic expression, moving away from the medieval focus on religious themes and towards a celebration of human achievements and the natural world.

The Baroque style, originating in the 17th century, emphasized grandeur, movement, and theatricality, often seen in the works of artists like Caravaggio and Bernini.

Rococo, meaning 'little rock' or 'shell', was a reaction to the grandeur of Baroque, favoring delicate, intricate designs and a sense of whimsy.

Neoclassicism sought to revive the ideals of classical antiquity, characterized by a return to simple, harmonious forms and a focus on rationality.

Modernism encompassed a wide range of artistic movements that challenged traditional conventions and explored new forms of expression.

Impressionism sought to capture the momentary, transient effects of light and color, as seen in the works of artists like Monet and Renoir.

Post-Impressionism, led by artists like Cézanne, Gauguin, and van Gogh, explored new ways of representing the world, emphasizing form, color, and symbolism.

Fauvism, meaning 'wild beasts', was a short-lived but influential movement that emphasized the expressive potential of color.

Cubism, pioneered by Picasso and Braque, broke down objects into geometric forms, representing them from multiple perspectives simultaneously.

Abstract Expressionism, led by artists like Pollock and Rothko, emphasized the artist's emotional and psychological state, resulting in abstract, non-representational works.

Pop Art, led by artists like Warhol and Lichtenstein, drew inspiration from popular culture, advertising, and consumerism.

Minimalism sought to strip art down to its essential elements, emphasizing the relationship between the artwork and the viewer.

Conceptual Art challenged traditional notions of art, emphasizing the importance of the idea or concept behind the work rather than its physical form.

Contemporary Art encompasses a wide range of artistic practices that emerged after the 1960s, characterized by a diversity of styles, techniques, and themes.

Neo-Expressionism, led by artists like Baselitz and Kiefer, sought to revive the emotional intensity and expressive brushwork of earlier artistic movements.