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Impressionist Art

IMPRESSIONIST STYLE

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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A shades of yellow
A shades of yellow

A shades of yellow

By Dmitry Spiros

Located in Zofingen, AG

A shades of yellow - acrylic painting, 2022 15,7" x 15.7", 40cm x 40cm Ready to hang

Category

2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889
Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889

Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889

By Carl Johansson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Carl Johansson's "Summer Landscape with Road" is an exquisite landscape that encapsulates the serene beauty of the Swedish countryside. Painted in 1889, the same year Johansson showcased his work at the Exposition Universelle in Paris, one can't help but wonder if this very painting was among those displayed at the fair. "Summer Landscape with Road" offers a glimpse into the idyllic Swedish countryside through its masterful depiction. The scene is bathed in the distinctive light of the sun positioned at 30 degrees north-northwest, a unique aspect of Johansson's artworks. The viewer's eye is drawn along a winding dirt road that meanders through a tranquil pastoral landscape. Birch trees, with their white bark and tender green leaves, stand tall and sway gently, marking the passage toward a distant homestead nestled beside a calm lake. The rustic wooden fences and the clear sky, dotted with soft, billowing clouds, evoke a sense of peaceful solitude. Johansson's meticulous attention to detail and colour is evident in every brushstroke, from the lush greenery to the soft, earthy path leading to the horizon. The artist's signature use of light not only highlights the natural beauty of the North but also enhances the sense of depth and realism in the painting. Johansson's early works, such as this one, are exceedingly rare, making "Summer Landscape with Road" not only a visual delight but also a collector's gem. The painting's magnificent gold frame enhances the bright, vivid colours of the small-format artwork, creating an impactful presence. Carl Johansson's blue impressionistic depictions of Northern Sweden earned him the nickname "Ultramarine Johansson", and his paintings are celebrated in prestigious collections, including the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Kalmar Art Museum, and the municipality of Hudiksvall. oil on canvas signed and dated Carl Johansson . 89 . unframed 27 x 39 cm framed 41,5 x 53 cm Provenance: The previous owner bought it in 1988 at Åmells Stockholm...

Category

1880s Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SIGNED FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST VINTAGE OIL - PROVENCAL LANDSCAPE WITH OLD CHURCH
SIGNED FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST VINTAGE OIL - PROVENCAL LANDSCAPE WITH OLD CHURCH

SIGNED FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST VINTAGE OIL - PROVENCAL LANDSCAPE WITH OLD CHURCH

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: French School, mid 20th century, indistinctly signed Title: Provencal Landscape Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed Size: painting: 25 x 36.25 inches, frame: ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique  Dutch School original oil painting on canvas, Genre scene, Gold Frame
Antique  Dutch School original oil painting on canvas, Genre scene, Gold Frame

Antique Dutch School original oil painting on canvas, Genre scene, Gold Frame

Located in Palm Coast, FL

This captivating antique oil painting on canvas is a fine example of Dutch School genre art, evoking the style of the 17th-century master Adriaen van Ostade. The composition features...

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Mid-19th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

French Hilltop Village Church Mountains Landscape Gouache Painting Bernard Labbe
French Hilltop Village Church Mountains Landscape Gouache Painting Bernard Labbe

French Hilltop Village Church Mountains Landscape Gouache Painting Bernard Labbe

By Bernard Labbe

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: French Hilltop Village Church Mountains Landscape Gouache Painting Bernard Labbe Artist: Bernard Labbe (French, mid 20th century) Medium: gouache on paper, unframed Size: 16 x...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Gouache

"October Vines" Colorful Impressionistic Autumn Landscape Oil Painting Framed
"October Vines" Colorful Impressionistic Autumn Landscape Oil Painting Framed

"October Vines" Colorful Impressionistic Autumn Landscape Oil Painting Framed

By David Chapple

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful impressionist pastoral landscape with beautiful color tones throughout. David Chapple has portrayed this piece in a most intimate, yet energetic way, and has packed much ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Antique French Impressionist 1901 Oil Moody River Reflections & Arched Bridge
Antique French Impressionist 1901 Oil Moody River Reflections & Arched Bridge

Antique French Impressionist 1901 Oil Moody River Reflections & Arched Bridge

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Tranquil River Scene French Impressionist artist, 1901 signed with initials lower corner oil on canvas, unframed Canvas: 9.5 x 13 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condit...

Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Where Sheep May Safely Graze
Where Sheep May Safely Graze

Where Sheep May Safely Graze

By Karl Dempwolf

Located in Pasadena, CA

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist UNFRAMED: 10" x 20" FRAMED: 14.5" x 24.5" x 1.5" Signed " K Dempwolf" on lower left Artist Statement "I have painted cattle into ...

Category

2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Linen, Oil, Wood Panel

Roses  √ 5
Roses  √ 5

Roses √ 5

By Liudmila Shabazova

Located in Zofingen, AG

The painting is painted with large brushstrokes in the style of impressionism. The idea is based on color contrasts. The variety of colors is intertwined into a beautiful bouquet Coo...

Category

2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Antique English Exhibited King Charles Cavalier Dog Portrait Framed Oil Painting
Antique English Exhibited King Charles Cavalier Dog Portrait Framed Oil Painting

Antique English Exhibited King Charles Cavalier Dog Portrait Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique English impressionist dog portrait oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Exhibited. Framed. Measuring: 22 by 27 inches image alone. Handsomely framed in white wood molding....

Category

1910s Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Yuletide Spirit
Yuletide Spirit

Yuletide Spirit

Located in North Clarendon, VT

Whimsical Kate A. Williams arts and crafts impressionist painting circa 1930. Perfect for the holiday season. 20"x 16" oil on board, signed lower left. Frame is about 25x21. Painter...

Category

1930s Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats in the Harbor at Saint-Malo
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats in the Harbor at Saint-Malo

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats in the Harbor at Saint-Malo

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats in the Harbor at Saint-Malo By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 4.5 x 6.75 inches (height x width) Signed: Yes Oil painting on cardb...

Category

20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting
French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting

French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Charming Harbour Scene by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 8.5 x 10.5 inches Oil painting on cardboard, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of agi...

Category

20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

1930's French Impressionist Coastal Harbour In French Village Town Landscape
1930's French Impressionist Coastal Harbour In French Village Town Landscape

1930's French Impressionist Coastal Harbour In French Village Town Landscape

By Louise Alix

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

French Town Harbour by Louise Alix, French 1950's Impressionist gouache on artist paper, unframed painting: 13.5 x 16.5 inches provenance: from a large private collection of this ar...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Gouache

French Impressionist Oil of Twin Turrets and Trees Reflected in River Scene
French Impressionist Oil of Twin Turrets and Trees Reflected in River Scene

French Impressionist Oil of Twin Turrets and Trees Reflected in River Scene

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: French Impressionist Oil of Twin Turrets and Trees Reflected in River Scene By Fanch Lel Signed: yes Size: 15 x 18 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Cond...

Category

20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Impressionist Oil Painting of White Rocks, Circa 1976, Unframed mediterranean
Impressionist Oil Painting of White Rocks, Circa 1976, Unframed mediterranean

Impressionist Oil Painting of White Rocks, Circa 1976, Unframed mediterranean

By Antonio Sala Herrero

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Title: White Rocks, Cape of Creus Artist: Antonio Sala Herrero (Barcelona, 1926 – 2012) Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 65 x 81 cm (25.6 x 31.9 in) Framed: No Date: 1976 Inscriptio...

Category

1970s Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vibrant Impressionist Landscape of Lush Greenery and Meadow
Vibrant Impressionist Landscape of Lush Greenery and Meadow

Vibrant Impressionist Landscape of Lush Greenery and Meadow

By Helen Greenfield

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Vibrant Impressionist Landscape by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century) signed oil painting on board, unframed board: 18 x 24 inches condition: overall very good provenance: all t...

Category

20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Lucile White Vintage Oil painting on canvas, European Castle view, framed
Lucile White Vintage Oil painting on canvas, European Castle view, framed

Lucile White Vintage Oil painting on canvas, European Castle view, framed

Located in Palm Coast, FL

This is an original vintage oil painting on canvas by Lucile White. The central subject of the artwork is a castle or church, with a grand dome and an elaborate bell tower that pun...

Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Vintage American Impressionist Signed Landscape Original Framed Oil Painting
Vintage American Impressionist Signed Landscape Original Framed Oil Painting

Vintage American Impressionist Signed Landscape Original Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American impressionist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY collection. Measuring: 16 by 22 inches overall. Handsomely fram...

Category

1990s Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Board

The Redwoods of the Northern California Coast - Watercolor by Lillian Dake Heath
The Redwoods of the Northern California Coast - Watercolor by Lillian Dake Heath

The Redwoods of the Northern California Coast - Watercolor by Lillian Dake Heath

Located in Soquel, CA

The Redwoods of the Northern California Coast - Watercolor by Lillian Dake Heath The Redwoods and a country road in Davenport California a Watercolor by Lillian Dake Heath (American,...

Category

1920s Impressionist Art

Materials

Watercolor, Illustration Board, Laid Paper

Beach Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Evening Journey
Beach Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Evening Journey

Beach Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Evening Journey

By Michael Budden

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Evening Journey oil/panel The image measures 8 x 12 unframed, 11.5 x 15.5 framed. Signed LR Evening Journey is a beautiful oil painting on panel by award winning contemporary artist ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Vintage French Oil Painting Of A Golden Field Of Hay Bales
Vintage French Oil Painting Of A Golden Field Of Hay Bales

Vintage French Oil Painting Of A Golden Field Of Hay Bales

By Leon Hatot 1

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953) Title: Impressionist oil painting Medium: signed oil painting on thick paper, stuck on board unframed. dated 1944 Size: painting: 1...

Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

1960's French Post Impressionist Painting Low Tide Estuary Creek Fishing Boats
1960's French Post Impressionist Painting Low Tide Estuary Creek Fishing Boats

1960's French Post Impressionist Painting Low Tide Estuary Creek Fishing Boats

By Georges Bordonove

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Low Tide signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) dated 1969 oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 18 x 21.5 inches condition: very good provenance: from a large private ...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

'Flowers on a Window Sill', Royal Provenance, Russia, Queen Elizabeth II
'Flowers on a Window Sill', Royal Provenance, Russia, Queen Elizabeth II

'Flowers on a Window Sill', Royal Provenance, Russia, Queen Elizabeth II

By Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Signed lower right, 'Olga' for Her Imperial Highness, Olga Alexandrovna, Grand Duchess of Russia (Russian, 1882-1960) and painted circa 1925. Provenance: Formerly in the collection o...

Category

1920s Impressionist Art

Materials

Watercolor, Gouache, Laid Paper

Floral Bouquet Still Life Oil Painting, Signed L. Seeyer, Late 20th Century
Floral Bouquet Still Life Oil Painting, Signed L. Seeyer, Late 20th Century

Floral Bouquet Still Life Oil Painting, Signed L. Seeyer, Late 20th Century

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist: L. Seeyer (late 20th Century) Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 15 x 13 inches (framed) Signature: Signed lower right Condition: Very good condition; well presented in gilt frame P...

Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

A Window to Italy, Oil Painting
A Window to Italy, Oil Painting

A Window to Italy, Oil Painting

By Lisa Elley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Flowers bloom vibrantly beneath the windows as the Mediterranean sun highlights the character of the quaint stone walls and shutters. The composition captures...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Side by Side
Side by Side

Side by Side

By Natalia Yangalycheva

Located in Zofingen, AG

The artwork is shipped stretched on wooden stretcher bars and arrives ready to hang. The painting depicts a solitary figure walking alongside a horse, their bodies aligned in a shar...

Category

2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Dazzle Green
Dazzle Green

Dazzle Green

By Kathleen Keifer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kathleen Keifer is a California-based internationally collected artist. She is a leading force of the New California Realism. With a high level of technical virtuosity Keifer creates...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage Irish Oil Painting Winding Stream & Rolling Green Hills under Cloudy Sky
Vintage Irish Oil Painting Winding Stream & Rolling Green Hills under Cloudy Sky

Vintage Irish Oil Painting Winding Stream & Rolling Green Hills under Cloudy Sky

By Irish artist

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Rolling Hills of Ireland Irish artist, 'Foy', mid 20th century signed oil on board, unframed board: 14 x 20 inches Provenance: Private Collection, UK Condition: very good conditi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

British Impressionist Watercolor of Rural Farmstead and Horse Riders
British Impressionist Watercolor of Rural Farmstead and Horse Riders

British Impressionist Watercolor of Rural Farmstead and Horse Riders

By Anthony Avery

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of Rural Farmstead and Horse Riders by Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 11.25 x 15...

Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Art

Materials

Watercolor

Vintage French Impressionist Paris Street Scene Signed Oil Painting
Vintage French Impressionist Paris Street Scene Signed Oil Painting

Vintage French Impressionist Paris Street Scene Signed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American impressionist Paris street scene oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY collection. Measuring: 13 by 15 inches overall. Handso...

Category

1940s Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Board

"Afternoon Glow" Colorful Serigraph of Lahaina Harbor, Maui
"Afternoon Glow" Colorful Serigraph of Lahaina Harbor, Maui

"Afternoon Glow" Colorful Serigraph of Lahaina Harbor, Maui

By John Cosby

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This 90 color hand pulled serigraph exhibits all of the subtle brushwork, light, and color that the artist is known for. "Afternoon Glow" is signed by the artist in an edition of 240...

Category

2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Screen

Juan Giralt Lerin “Finishing Touches”
Juan Giralt Lerin “Finishing Touches”

Juan Giralt Lerin “Finishing Touches”

By Juan Giralt Lerin

Located in San Francisco, CA

Juan Giralt Lerin was a well listed Spanish artist born in 1907. He is best known and his most desirable paintings are of ballerinas. He has had Auction results as high as $2700 for ...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Vintage Gerbera Daisy Red Flower Still Life Oil Painting
Vintage Gerbera Daisy Red Flower Still Life Oil Painting

Vintage Gerbera Daisy Red Flower Still Life Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American impressionist sill life. Framed. Measuring: 28 by 24 inches overall and 24 by 20 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enjoy.

Category

20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

KaDi Pan Landscape Original Oil Painting "Little Garden"
KaDi Pan Landscape Original Oil Painting "Little Garden"

KaDi Pan Landscape Original Oil Painting "Little Garden"

By KaDi Pan

Located in New York, NY

Title: Little Garden Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 24 x 24 inches Frame: Framing options available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Note: This paint...

Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French School Flowers Starwars - Chut les Barbizons! Oil Painting
French School Flowers Starwars - Chut les Barbizons! Oil Painting

French School Flowers Starwars - Chut les Barbizons! Oil Painting

By Bazevian DelaCapuciniere

Located in Zofingen, AG

Flowers Starwars Vibrant floral still life Technique: oil, acrylics and ink on canvas 70x50cm ■■ 27.6x19.7 inch ⏩》R E A D Y -- T O -- H A N G《⏪ 🟢 → Original signed work. Certifi...

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2010s Impressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Stylised Woodland Landscape Trees Riverbank Decorative Gouache Painting
Stylised Woodland Landscape Trees Riverbank Decorative Gouache Painting

Stylised Woodland Landscape Trees Riverbank Decorative Gouache Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: Stylised Woodland Landscape Trees Riverbank Decorative Gouache Painting Artist: Unknown artist (mid 20th century) Medium: Gouache on artists paper, unframed Size: 3.25 x 6 inc...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

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Gouache

1930's French Impressionist Oil Signed Bell Tower and Figure Town
1930's French Impressionist Oil Signed Bell Tower and Figure Town

1930's French Impressionist Oil Signed Bell Tower and Figure Town

By Louise Alix

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Vintage French Oil Painting signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on artist paper, unframed measures: 14.5 inches high...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Impressionist art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Impressionist art available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add art created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue and other colors. Many Pop art Paintings/style/impressionist/?creator=richard-szkutnik>paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Vahe Yeremyan, Richard Szkutnik, Iryna Kastsova, and Mitchell Funk. Frequently made by artists working with Oil Paint, and Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Impressionist art, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are also available. Prices for art made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $225 and tops out at $7,200, while the average work sells for $1,423.