Impressionist More Art
Emerging in 19th-century France, Impressionist art embraced loose brushwork and plein-air painting to respond to the movement of daily life. Although the pioneers of the Impressionist movement — Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Paul Cézanne, Berthe Morisot, Camille Pissarro, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir — are now household names, their work was a radical break with an art scene led and shaped by academic traditions for around two centuries. These academies had oversight of a curriculum that emphasized formal drawing, painting and sculpting techniques and historical themes.
The French Impressionists were influenced by a group of artists known as the Barbizon School, who painted what they witnessed in nature. The rejection of pieces by these artists and the later Impressionists from the salons culminated in a watershed 1874 exhibition in Paris that was staged outside of the juried systems. After a work of Monet’s was derided by a critic as an unfinished “impression,” the term was taken as a celebration of their shared interest in capturing fleeting moments as subject matter, whether the shifting weather on rural landscapes or the frenzy of an urban crowd. Rather than the exacting realism of the academic tradition, Impressionist paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings represented how an artist saw a world in motion.
Many Impressionist painters were inspired by the perspectives in imported Japanese prints alongside these shifts in European painting — Édouard Manet drew on ukiyo-e woodblock prints and depicted Japanese design in his Portrait of Émile Zola, for example. American artists such as Mary Cassatt and William Merritt Chase, who studied abroad, were impacted by the work of the French artists, and by the late 19th century American Impressionism had its own distinct aesthetics with painters responding to the rapid modernization of cities through quickly created works that were vivid with color and light.
Find a collection of authentic Impressionist art on 1stDibs.
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil, Panel
Artist Comments
Vibrant red grass pierces through the snow, infusing fiery hues into the cold landscape. Dark green foliage extends into the distance, contrasting the whites ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
This still-life painting features roses in a clear glass vase. The flowers' velvety red hues contrast beautifully with their green stems, making them stand ou...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist More Art
Gouache
Artist Comments
This impressionist painting captures a quiet suburban landscape. A secluded house nestles under a lush canopy of trees, with a vast meadow stretching out befo...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
The painting depicts a serene autumn scene in the delta land of the Mississippi River. Towering cypress trees encircle the area, with the water hazily reflecting their yellow and orange-tinted leaves. The composition exudes a tranquil atmosphere.
About the Artist
Artist Shela Goodman paints impressionist pastoral scenes with graceful refinement. Growing up on a farm in rural Arkansas, she nurtured her love for the beauty of nature. Shela captures these memories in harmonious displays of the environment around her. She was diagnosed with partial cone dystrophy, which closed off her periphery and deterred her ability to see. “In order for me to see a large painting in full, I have to take photos of it while it is in progress to see what the whole painting looks like,†shares Shela. The impairment of her vision only inspired her to paint what she can still perceive. She spent many years in Indiana and Michigan until she returned to Arkansas to care for her parents. Their unused living room became the perfect studio space for Shela, allowing her to grow her creative process while being available for her parents’ needs. As expected from a genealogy buff, she savors time spent with her family. Her other pastimes also include cooking and quilting. Various institutions in the United States have commissioned Shela’s highly favored work.
Words that describe this painting: cypress, trees, river, Mississippi, delta, fall, autumn, water, woods, season, forest...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Sri Rao portrays an idyllic morning in the heart of Iowa's countryside. The sun timidly peeks from a veil of clouds, casting a s...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Catherine McCargar captures the peaceful ambiance of a September morning in the countryside. She paints a view of Harmony, a tiny town along the central California coast just south of Cambria. The iconic farmhouse is enveloped by soft golden grasses and cool blue hills, imparting a tranquil feel to the scenic surroundings.
About the Artist
Impressionist Catherine McCargar expresses her deep admiration of nature through landscape paintings of Northern California...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Watercolor
Artist Comments
In Sri Rao's charming depiction, the contrasting beauty of a summer morning before a thunderstorm emerges in vibrant colors. "Birds sta...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Colette Wirz Nauke paints a bird perched on a tree. Plump red berries adorn the meandering branches, creating a sense of movement and vitality to the p...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
"It suggests a beautiful fall day in the mountains with the colorful changing leaves on display," shares artist Lisa Elley. Lisa's signature impasto trees com...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Valerie Berkely offers a dreamy, atmospheric coastal scene that soothes the soul. The pastel tones of the seascape calm the eye, creating a profound se...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Judy Mudd embarks on a scenic journey along the Atlantic coast in search of inspiration for her rural collection. "One of the most memorable places I v...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Watercolor
Artist Comments
"Sometimes, when you lose your way in life, you will find yourself in a quiet place," says artist Jeff Fleming. In a secluded lake corner, he captures a scene...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Warren Keating draws inspiration from the pedestrian view below his hotel balcony in St. Germain. This piece encapsulates the moment and character of a...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Early 2000s Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Carey Parks paints a mother watching her children blissfully wading by the shore. She references the piece on a photo taken at the beach in Rhode Islan...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Carey Parks illustrates a woman walking along the streets of New York City. She bundles herself in a coat and scarf as she listens to music, unbothered...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Samuel Pretorius illustrates a modest thrift shop in an old rural town in California. Standing amidst the rugged beauty of Anza, he finds himself capti...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Janet Dyer presents an impressionist grassland neighboring a small pond. "A calm scene with a bit of mystery," describes Janet. Sunlight gleams on the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Carey Parks paints four people crossing paths in a city park. "This photo was captured on a busy Saturday morning in Union S...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Carey Parks displays a family of three frolicking on the beach. "In addition to capturing people in the city, one of the best places is at the beach be...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Carey Parks shares a striking viewpoint of a busy day at an urban crosswalk. She illustrates numerous people hurriedly cross...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil, Panel, Wood Panel
Artist Comments
Artist Maurice Dionne paints a bridge on a bright day with people enjoying the sound of rushing water. "The pumphouse feeds water from Ottawa's canal system into a fast-moving white water course where the River Runners are located," shares Maurice. "During summer months, you can catch people enjoying white water kayaking...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Watercolor
Artist Comments
Artist Catherine McCargar presents a bright and lively impressionist rendering of flowers and leaves. They bloom profusely in a garden, celebrating abundance and color. The flowers, dahlias, roses, and pansies, growing so closely together, resemble a bouquet. "I am equally interested in gardening pursuits as I am in creating paintings," shares Catherine.
About the Artist
Impressionist Catherine McCargar expresses her deep admiration of nature through landscape paintings of Northern California. While she is well-versed in a range of media, her preferred medium for painting is watercolor. The fluidity of the paint allows her to capture the muted undertones and the fleeting light found in the natural world. While the backgrounds of her paintings are impressionistic, the foregrounds of her paintings are often highly detailed, showcasing her technical mastery over her medium.
Words that describe this painting: flora, nature, garden, roses, spring, summer, season, flora, flowers, dahlia, pansy, pansies, botanical, watercolor, paper, impressionism, impressionism, flora, watercolor painting, green
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Watercolor
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
2010s Impressionist More Art
Engraving, Etching
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil, Board
2010s Impressionist More Art
Linen, Oil
1890s Impressionist More Art
Paper, Charcoal, Ink
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist More Art
Canvas, Oil
1990s Impressionist More Art
Oil, Cardboard
1980s Impressionist More Art
Oil, Cardboard
2010s Impressionist More Art
Oil, Cardboard
20th Century Impressionist More Art
Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist More Art
Paper, Pastel
1970s Impressionist More Art
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil, Panel, Wood Panel
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil, Panel
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
Late 19th Century Impressionist More Art
Paper, Pastel
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Impressionist More Art
Oil, Wood Panel
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
2010s Impressionist More Art
Oil, Panel
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
