Futurism is both an artistic and social movement that originated in Italy in the early 20th century. It emphasized speed, technology, youth, violence, and objects such as the car, the airplane, and the industrial city. Its key objectives were to:
- Reject the past: Futurists aimed to break away from traditional forms of art, literature, and social organization.
- Celebrate modernity: They glorified contemporary concepts of the future, including technology, speed, and industrialization.
- Embrace dynamism and energy: Futurists focused on the dynamic, energetic qualities of modern life.
- Promote revolutionary ideas: The movement was associated with very radical and often political ideas.
Futurism influenced various artistic disciplines, including painting, sculpture, music, architecture, and even literature, shaping a unique aesthetic that sought to capture the essence of the rapidly changing world.