Uncovering the Unconscious: Symbolism in Surrealism and Freud’s Psychoanalysis
Surrealism, the avant-garde art movement of the 20th century, is often associated with subconscious expression and the use of symbolism. The movement is commonly linked to psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, who developed the concept of the unconscious mind. Freud’s theory of psychoanalysis greatly influenced the Surrealists, as it offered a way of unlocking the secrets of the subconscious.