How did artists get inspired by contacts with other cultures (18 and 19th century)?

by virtuousstoic

Need to answer this question for a school project, any tips? PS> Dont know if this is the right place to ask but lets give it a shot. EDIT: 20th century also in the title.

Roryrooster

Classicism - Influenced by western classical antiquity, 18th century.

Orientalism - Mainly 19th century interest in Eastern and far eastern art. (Big influence in the arts and craft movement)

Primitivism - Very important 20th century art movement (think Picasso