Romanticism as the Theoretical Basis of Metamodernism

The article explores the relationship between Romanticism and metamodernism. The author examines how oscillation as a methodological approach allows for the integration of opposing ideas, forming a new type of aesthetic and philosophical sensibility. In this context, Romanticism appears not only as a historical artistic and philosophical movement but also as a system of thought with the potential for further development within the metamodernist paradigm. Particular attention is given to the role of subjectivity in both Romantic and metamodernist traditions, analyzing the differences in approaches to understanding individual experience. The author notes that while Romanticism sought absolute expression of subjective states, metamodernism, in contrast, oscillates between irony and sincerity, creating a dynamic model of interaction with reality. The question of temporality also holds an important place: Romanticism tends toward nostalgia for lost ideals, whereas metamodernism balances between past and future, striving for a synthesis of tradition and innovation. Additionally, the article examines the structure of sensibility that shapes the worldview of both the Romantic and metamodernist subject. The author points out that both movements aim to transcend the rationalism and utilitarianism of modernist thought; however, while Romanticism pursued this through a desperate yearning for the ideal, metamodernism operates through play, ironic acceptance, and, at the same time, a serious engagement with higher values. In conclusion, the article highlights that Romanticism and metamodernism share many common aspirations, although they employ different methods. The author suggests expanding the metamodernist discourse by integrating Romantic philosophy, which would help overcome the fragmentation of contemporary thought and contribute to the formation of a more whole cultural and societal perspective.