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.
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Cold sea, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a painting of a turbulent seascape depicting the sea near a coastline under a dark and stormy sky. Central to the composition are large waves with one in particular that cras...
Oil
Riomaggiore, Cinque terre, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This vibrant oil painting captures the charm of the village of Riomaggiore in Cinque Terre, Italy. With its colorful buildings clinging to the cliffs and boats gently floating on the...
Oil
Reeds channel, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
The original oil painting depicts a serene natural landscape, vividly depicting a waterway flowing through lush greenery. The canal is lined with reeds and cattails, reflecting a lig...
Oil
June 24, summer light, Velay Mountains, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Landscape of Auvergne, France. Wandering the mountains of Velay is my way of living my art. From my studio, anchored in the heart of these landscapes, I set out in search of the l...
Oil
Serenity in the Swiss Alps, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
"Serenity in the Swiss Alps" captures the breathtaking beauty of Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Nestled between towering cliffs and snow-capped peaks, this idyllic village is bathed in ...
Oil
$2,000
'A Day in the Country' by Alyona Kostina; Framed 16" x 20" Oil on Linen, 2019
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This framed 16" x 20" oil painting on linen by Siberia-born, Oklahoma City-based artist Alyona Kostina depicts the Dutch countryside. The warm composition features a golden field, a ...
Linen, Oil
Roches de Mariol in the mist, morning light, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Landscape of Auvergne, France. From my studio window, this spectacular sea of clouds fills the valleys, transforming an earthly landscape into a celestial world. I am fascinated b...
Oil
$2,863Sale Price|48% Off
Victorian Landscape with Horse and Foal with Cattle in a pasture by Moonlight.
Located in ludlow, GB
Victorian Landscape with Horse and Foal with Cattle in a pasture by Moonlight. Large Framed Oil Painting of Animals gathered together in the Moonlight. An evocative Landscape which is well drawn and nicely executed. "Horse and Foal and Cattle in Pastures by Moonlight" Oil on Canvas (18 by 24 inches) Signed and dated 1899 and Framed in a traditional Impressionist Swept Frame. Charles Augustus Henry Lutyens was a portrait, animal and sporting painter. He was fairly eccentric and indeed named one of his sonsSir Edward...
Oil
Winter Solitude / Winter Wonderland
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional woodland winter landscape with a blanket of fresh fallen snow by well known American artist Aldro Thompson Hibbard (1886-1972). Hibbard was born in Falmouth, MA, stud...
Canvas, Oil
Modern Impressionist Ballet Oil Painting of Three Dancers in Tutus Backstage
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Impressionist Ballet Scene of Three Dancers Backstage in Tutus, a Signed Oil Painting on Canvas, mounted on stretchers and framed in bespoke handmade Frame. Legrand is a well ...
Oil
Gondolas in Venice, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
An original oil painting capturing the quiet charm of Venice with its iconic gondolas resting on calm green water. Painted using brushes and palette knife in the impasto technique, t...
Oil
African beauty, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Introducing African Girl portrait painting! This original impasto painting captures the radiant beauty of a female portrait on canvas. Created with the utmost care, this modern art p...
Oil
Larry Rivers Modernist Male Figure Original Charcoal Mid 20th C.
By Larry Rivers
Located in San Francisco, CA
Larry Rivers (1923-2002) Modernist Male Figure Original Charcoal Mid 20th C. Rare charcoal portrait by American modernist painter Larry Rivers. Original charcoal on paper. Dimensions 17" x 22". The frame measures 29.5" x 34". Signed lower right. Very good condition. Figurative artist Larry Rivers was born in the Bronx in 1923 to Ukrainian Jewish parents, and was named Yitzak Loiza Grossberg. Rivers belonged to the second generation of the New York School of painters, although unlike most of his contemporaries he stayed away from abstraction instead preferring narrative paintings. Rivers attended Hans Hofmann's school for nearly two years. In 1949, he had his first solo show at the Jane Street Gallery, an artist's co-op in the Village. Rivers received favorable reviews and was invited to join the Tibor de Nagy...
Charcoal
Breaking Atlantic Wave. Contemporary Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Great seascape from this exceptional and well collected British Impressionist. Oil on canvas Signed
Canvas, Oil
Home and Sunshine
Located in Milford, NH
A pleasant New England townscape scene by Dutch American artist Anthony Thieme (1888-1954). Thieme was born in Rotterdam, Holland and, after traveling in Europe, England, & South Ame...
Oil, Panel
Autumn melody. Landscape series., Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Autumn melody In this vibrantly textured oil painting, I explore the jubilant essence of autumn's splendor. Each brushstroke represents a joyful dance of leaves, swirling in the bri...
Oil
Again on Fire, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Fiery clouds drift across the sky, creating a mesmerizing display of color. Broad and swift brushstrokes capture their fleeting beauty. Artist Benjamin Thomas s...
Acrylic
Flowering tree, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Bring the beauty of spring into your home with this original oil painting of a flowering tree. The delicate pink flowers pop against the blue sky background, creating a serene and tr...
Oil
Water Lilies and Reeds, Hepner Pond, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
The impressionist nature painting portrays water lilies and reeds floating on a pond. Midday light reveals the vibrant greens throughout the water. Artist Oneli...
Oil
Twentieth Century Marine Oil of Thames Barges on the Medway with power station
Located in ludlow, GB
Twentieth Century Marine Oil Painting of Thames Barges on the Medway with power station in the background by Vic Ellis. Vic Ellis RSMA 1921 - 1984 Thames Barges and other Shipping....
Oil
Long Beach, Sag Harbor
By Nelson White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Painted en plein air. Artist Bio: Nelson H. White was born in New London, Connecticut in 1932. White has been surrounded by art and artists from the time he was born. He received h...
Oil
Night over the bay, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska This captivating artwork presents a mesmerizing nocturnal landscape under a luminous, cloud-filled sky. The ...
Oil
Spring mood oil/cardboard, 42x52 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Spring mood oil/cardboard, 42x52 cm
Oil, Cardboard
$2,340
Back to Jazz, Original Oil Painting, Cityscape, Contemporary Art, 76cm
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Oil
Early Twentieth Century Impressionist Oil Painting Flanders Landscape Figures
Located in ludlow, GB
Early Twentieth Century Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas on stretchers of Flanders with church and figures. A large and impressive painting by Frank Spenlove Spenlove ...
Oil
Still Life with Flowers
By Arthur Woelfle
Located in Milford, NH
A fine impressionist still life with tulips and irises in a stoneware vase on a table by American artist Arthur Woelfle (1873-1936). Woelfle was born in Trenton, New Jersey, studied ...
Canvas, Oil
Purple Rain, Original Painting
By Nava Lundy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Soft layers of violet, lavender, and muted green create a dreamy bouquet that feels both fresh and timeless. Loose, gestural brushwork and subtle drips give the...
Acrylic
Salisbury, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
The artwork is a vivid, textured landscape painting that bursts with energetic emotion. With expressive brushstrokes, a field of vibrant yellows and greens sweeps across the foregrou...
Acrylic
Goldfinch in a Tangle of Sunflowers, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A goldfinch balances on a sunflower head. Its brilliant yellow-green features contrast with the flowers' warm tones, while the gradient purple background comple...
Acrylic
Trees in the Park, Original Painting
By Janet Dyer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Autumn starts early in a suburban park. A ray of sunlight illuminates the landscape, casting a warm glow on the trees and grass. Painted with a palette knife an...
Acrylic
Sparkling Lake, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By LE ANH TUAN
Located in Yardley, PA
The painting is done with a light blue color palette, mainly light blue, white, green and yellow tones. The white of the water lilies represents softness and femininity, while the ...
Acrylic
Colors of Italy, Oil Painting
By Lisa Elley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
The impressionist painting takes inspiration from the architecture of traditional Italian villages. Sunlight highlights the stone walls and shutters, while the ...
Oil
Svalyava Region, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Painting, Oil on Canvas Size: 39.4 W x 31.5 H x 1.1 D in Ships in a Tube :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by...
Oil
Blooming trees Oil/cardboard, 39x49 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Blooming trees Oil/cardboard, 39x49 cm
Oil, Cardboard
In the Garden, Painting, Oil on Other
Located in Yardley, PA
A vibrant rural scene depicts a small village nestled in a mountainous landscape. Bold, colorful brushstrokes and bright hues create a lively and expressive atmosphere. Painting: ...
Oil
Every Year Spring Comes, Original Painting
By Judy Mudd
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A weathered yet sturdy barn stands quietly in a grassy landscape. Artist Judy Mudd captures the regenerative spirit of spring and the enduring rhythm of farm li...
Watercolor
Sunny Calm, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Vibrant colors depict a serene rural landscape with mountains in the distance under a bright sky. Rolling hills, haystacks, and small structures create a lively and inviting countrys...
Oil
Sunny Yard, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Bright and vibrant hues depict a rural landscape with houses and trees under a clear blue sky. The composition features a mix of fields, hills, and vivid structures harmoniously arra...
Oil
Modern Impressionist Oil Painting - Beach Scene with Children playing at the Sea
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Impressionist Oil Painting of a beach scene with Children playing in a Rocky Cove. Signed Oil on Canvas on Stretchers and Framed in a bronzed silver modern bespoke frame. Str...
Oil
Modern Impressionist Oil of Palaces on Grand canal Venice Italy at Dawn
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Impressionist Oil of Palaces on Grand canal Venice Italy at Dawn Large Impressionist Oil Painting of the Grand Canal, Venice at night with palaces and the Salute in the distance at Sunrise with light just starting to illuminate the Grand Canal. A Large and well framed Oil on Canvas on Stretchers and Famed by well known British Painter Rene Legrand...
Oil
Along the White Pass Railway, Skagway, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero paints this impressionist landscape from his travels in Alaska. The scene captures a rugged mountain pass near Skagway at an elevation of ...
Oil
$1,927
Modern Impressionist Spanish Flamenco Dancer in Red Dress Oil Painting
Located in ludlow, GB
Contemporary Impressionist Oil Painting of a Spanish Flamenco Dancer in a Red Dress. Stunning study of a Spanish Flamenco Dancer striking a pose in...
Oil
Joy, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Fresh tulips fill the scene with vibrant colors that evoke joy. The cool green leaves and dark purple background contrast beautifully with the bright pink pet...
Acrylic
Scent Of Spring, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A 30" x 24" or 76.2cm x 60.96cm Contemporary, Floral, Original Oil Painting On Canvas. This gorgeously textured painting is full of beautiful details and color passages. Nasturtiums...
Oil
Reign, Original Painting
By Nava Lundy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Rendered in bold strokes and a vivid, expressive palette, this acrylic painting captures the focused intensity of a horse mid-match. The cropped composition dra...
Acrylic
Pathway To Heaven, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an impressionist-style painting of a sunny, colorful flower garden bathed in light and filled with giant iris flowers and other beautiful garden flowers. In the distance is t...
Oil
Trees in Sunlight, Original Painting
By Janet Dyer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Two trees stand under the sun and cast cool shadows onto the grass. The trunks and foliage catch the light, making the scene glow and feel alive. Painted with a...
Acrylic
Pitch Fork Falls Skagway, Alaska, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero draws inspiration from his travels in Alaska in this impressionist nature painting. The scene depicts Pitchfork Falls along the White Pass...
Oil
Provincetown, Pier Low Tide
Located in Milford, NH
A fine impressionist coastal oil painting of Provincetown, MA by American impressionist artist Henry Rya MacGinnis (1874-1962). MacGinnis was born in Indiana and began his art studies under the Hoosier artists...
Oil
Modern Impressionist Oil Painting Children Playing at Seaside on Sandy Beach
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Impressionist Beach Scene with Children Playing at the Seaside, an Oil Painting on Canvas on stretchers, Signed and Framed, there is a choice of modern or traditional style fr...
Oil
Olivier Foss Evening Cityscape Oil Painting, Paris Circa 1900 & Moulin Rouge
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful cityscape of Paris and the famous Moulin Rouge circa 1900 by German artist Olivier Foss (1920-2014). Foss was born in Hanover, Germany, took his secondary education in Be...
Canvas, Oil
Spring in Oak Creek Canyon, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
This desert landscape painting captures the dramatic sandstone cliffs in Red Rock Canyon. Blooming wildflowers evoke the joy, growth, and energy experienced on ...
Oil
Golden Autumn, Adirondacks
Located in Milford, NH
A fine landscape of birch trees in the Adirondacks by American artist Paul Bernard King (1867-1947). King was born in Buffalo, New York, and after becoming an established printer, went on to study at the NY Art Students League with Henry S...
Canvas, Oil
Dreamscape, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
In this tonal landscape, artist Benjamin Thomas employs contrasting hues to evoke a vibrant scene. Using a palette knife instead of brushes, he layers and blend...
Acrylic
Nineteenth Century Impressionist Landscape of River with Cattle grazing in Field
Located in ludlow, GB
Nineteenth Century Impressionist Oil Painting of River Severn Landscape with Cattle watering and green Fields on a Summers Day. Signed Oil on Canvas on Stretchers and Framed in a Wh...
Oil
Bridgeport (The Dock, Bridgeport, Connecticut)
Located in New York, NY
Etching, 1888 (printed later). Initialed by the artist's son, Alden Twachtman, in lower margin "JHT per AT". Sheet size: 4.25 x6.38 inches, with full margins. Catalogue raisonné re...
Etching
"Pony and Groom" 2014 oil painting on wood, impressionist sketch, equestrian
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Pony and Groom" is an unframed, oil on wood panel, contemporary impressionist painting. Painted during the 2014 Wellington Winter Equestrian Festival. Center stage, stands a fit, br...
Oil, Wood Panel
LA Sidewalk #2, Painting, Oil on Other
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on Burlap mounted on Cardboard. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed:...
Oil
LA Sidewalk #1, Painting, Oil on Other
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on Burlap mounted on Cardboard. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed...
Oil
Contemporary Impressionist Oil Landscape Nocturne Ludlow Castle and Shropshire
Located in ludlow, GB
Contemporary Impressionist Signed Landscape Oil Painting Nocturne Ludlow Castle and Clee Hills beyond in Shropshire. Wonderful evocative nocturnal painting...
Oil