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What is Henri Rousseau's style of painting called?
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Henri Rousseau's style of painting is called Post-Impressionism. Artists working in this style turned away from the realistic depictions of subjects common in Impressionism and began experimenting with bold colors and textures. Experts also categorize some of Rousseau's works as examples of Primitivism, a movement where artists used inspiration from tribal and folk art to inform their works. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Henri Rousseau art.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024