The Georgian avant-garde refers to a movement in the early 20th century that emerged in Georgia, a country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. This artistic movement sought to break away from traditional forms and explore new ideas in literature, visual arts, and theater. Influenced by European avant-garde movements, Georgian artists aimed to express national identity and cultural heritage through innovative techniques and styles. Key figures in the Georgian avant-garde include David Kakabadze and Lado Gudiashvili, who experimented with abstraction and modernism. The movement played a significant role in shaping modern Georgian art and literature, fostering a sense of national pride and creativity during a time of political change.