Which statement accurately describes symbolism?

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Symbolism originated as a literary trend in France during the late 1800s.Paul Gauguin represents symbolism within the realm of visual arts.Symbolism focuses on an objective reality and depicts the natural world with rational and realistic detail.Both A and B are correct.

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Symbolism started as a French literary movement in the late 19th century, and Paul Gauguin is recognized as a symbolist painter. However, symbolism does not emphasize an objective or realistic portrayal of reality, making both A and B accurate statements.