What is Berthe Morisot famous for?

Berthe Morisot is famous for her work as an artist. As a young woman, she joined the avant-garde and showed works at the Impressionist exhibits that challenged academic art. Later artists drew inspiration from her depictions of light and shadow, as well as her tendency to portray everyday domestic scenes in such a way as to capture the emotional state of her subjects. In addition, she is considered a trailblazer because she was one of the few female artists to achieve success in Impressionism. She also often posed for Manet, including modeling for some of his well-known works. Shop a diverse assortment of Berthe Morisot art on 1stDibs.