Mapowanie surrealizmu

Abstract

This article examines Surrealism as an artistic movement that, although formally concluded by the 1960s, continues to resonate within contemporary artistic discourse, inspiring both creators and scholars. The discussion foregrounds the paradoxical nature of Surrealism-historically closed yet persistently alive and subject to ongoing redefinitions. Surrealism is approached not merely as a movement but as a creative attitude and a coherent aesthetic grounded in anti-conformism, the transgression of rational boundaries, and the pursuit of an “elsewhere” of existence. Particular attention is devoted to André Breton’s Manifesto of Surrealism and to surrealist practices ranging from automatic writing and dream exploration to experiments with hypnosis and hallucinations, as well as real and imaginary journeys aimed at constructing new aesthetic and social spaces. The article also highlights the contributions of women artists associated with the movement, challenging the stereotypical perception of Surrealism as a male domain and underscoring their role in shaping surrealist imagination. Finally, the text emphasizes the reception and reinterpretation of Surrealism in contemporary Polish literature and poetry, where surrealist strategies-both in imagery and linguistic experimentation-remain a vital source of inspiration. The author argues that Surrealism, as an ambiguous, fluid, and open formation, enables the emergence of ever-new artistic and interpretive configurations, functioning as a critical tool against entrenched aesthetic, social, and geopolitical orders.