socialist realist
"Socialist realist" refers to an artist or artwork adhering to the principles of Socialist Realism, a style that emerged in the Soviet Union to promote communist values through realistic depictions.
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Definition
C1Art and Literature
(historical, technical)An artist or writer who creates works that follow the principles of Socialist Realism, focusing on realistic and idealized portrayals of workers and communist values.
Example
- The painter was known as a socialist realist, often depicting heroic workers in his murals.
- Many socialist realist novels aimed to inspire and educate the proletariat.
C1Descriptive
(historical, technical)Relating to the style of Socialist Realism, characterized by the glorification of communist values and the working class through realistic art.
Example
- The socialist realist sculpture depicted a farmer and a factory worker in a triumphant pose.
- Her socialist realist writings were praised for their vivid portrayal of Soviet life.
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