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Expressionist Art in Art History refers to an artistic movement originating in Europe around the turn of the 20th century, characterized by its emphasis on emotion, individuality, and subjective interpretation over objective reality. It sought to express inner experience and psychological states through bold colors, distorted forms, and exaggerated or simplified shapes. This movement encompassed various art forms, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, and architecture, with notable artists like Vincent van Gogh, Edvard Munch, Wassily Kandinsky, and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. Expressionist Art in Art History is significant for challenging traditional artistic conventions, contributing to the development of modern art, and reflecting societal upheavals and cultural shifts during this period.