Collection: Impressionism

Impressionism emerged in France in the late 19th century as a bold break from academic tradition. Instead of polished, detailed scenes, Impressionist painters used quick, visible brushstrokes and vibrant colors to capture a moment in time. Often painting outdoors, they depicted everyday life, landscapes, and urban scenes, emphasizing how light and weather transformed their subjects. The movement embraced a spontaneous way of seeing, rejecting rigid rules for subjectivity. Artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas revolutionized art by celebrating movement and the beauty of the ordinary.