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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Over Yonder: Impressionistic Landscape Painting, Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clifton, a Chinese contemporary artist, immerses himself in the exquisite art of plein-air painting. With each brushstroke, he captures the dynamic interplay of light and atmosphere,...
Canvas, Oil
"Lilac Mist."Green collection.
Located in Zofingen, AG
The painting depicts a lake in the morning hours, as the mist slowly clears and the sun begins to filter through the branches of trees and bushes. This is one of the magnificent lake...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
Trinité-sur-Mer - French Impressionist Brittany Beach Coastal Landscape Painting
By Willem van Hasselt
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A very beautiful 1930's impressionist oil on board depicting the beach at Trinité-sur-Mer in Brittany, France by the important Dutch painter Willem van Hasselt. The work is inscribe...
Oil
Sola Puig 9.31.2 Bañolas original impressionist acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
rocks in the sea original impressionist acrylic painting. SOLÁ paints in a natural way, which reflects the Old Masters, soaking up the colour, air, smell and the pure scent of his e...
Canvas, Acrylic
Behind the old door
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Old architecture preserves a special silence. It retains the traces of time, sunbeams on stone, worn walls and doors where life once bustled. Here, reality seems to dissolve in the brushstrokes of a palette knife. The house, the arch, the light and shadows combine not to create an exact replica of the place, but rather its mood—a little mysterious, warm, and almost forgotten. Sometimes just one old door...
Oil
Where Recognition Begins
Located in Zofingen, AG
This work is a reflection on one of the deepest human desires—the longing to encounter someone who recognizes us beyond appearances, expectations, or words. Rather than portraying lo...
Canvas, Acrylic
Modernist Rolling Hills Country Landscape Watercolour on Handmade Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
**Title:** Modernist Rolling Hills Country Landscape Watercolour on Handmade Paper **Artist:** British School / European School, 20th century **Medium:** Watercolour on handmade pa...
Watercolor
Geoffrey Chatten, Impressionist plein air study of Norfolk
Located in Harkstead, GB
A wonderful summer sky in this picturesque Norfolk view. Geoffrey Chatten ( born 1942) Sea Palling/ Waxham/ Norfolk Signed and inscribed to the reverse Oil on board 8 x 10 inches e...
Oil, Board
Floral Painting 'Bouquet with Japanese Maple', Oil on Canvas, 80x60 cm
Located in Oslo, NO
This exquisite artwork captures the vivid beauty of a floral arrangement in a clear glass vase. The painting showcases a harmonious blend of rich colors, with deep reds, soft pinks, ...
Canvas, Oil
Charles Allan Winter. Landscape
By Charles Allan Winter
Located in San Francisco, CA
Charles Allen Winter: 1869-1942. Very well listed American artist with Auction results over $114,000. He mostly painted in the Gloucester Massachusetts and St. Louis Missouri area. T...
Oil
$5,443
At the Vineyard’s Edge. Original large landscape painting. Impressionism Framed
Located in Oslo, NO
This artwork vividly captures a serene landscape, dominated by vibrant hues of green and bursts of red and pink. The foreground features a lush field filled with wildflowers, includi...
Canvas, Oil
"The Hill Pasture" 1901 by Ida Josephine Burgess, Michigan Hills Impressionist
Located in Yardley, PA
A large, sweeping Michigan summer vista by the accomplished American painter, Ida Josephine Burgess (1855-1934). Burgess gives us a high vantage point over a lush hill pasture descen...
Canvas, Oil
"A July Day."Green collection.
Located in Zofingen, AG
The beauty of Impressionism lies in the fact that the artist can convey their sensations and their perception of color and light within a short period of time. When creating a painti...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
$1,800
"Blooms in Paris" Impressionistic Floral Still Life in style of Claude Monet
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic scene of Peonies in a Blue Parisian Ceramic Vase, a poetic piece with beautiful details. The work reminds us of Claude Monet, with impression...
Oil, Wood Panel
"Rockport Harbor- Granite C. Warf" Impressionist Pastoral Oil Painting Landscape
Located in New York, NY
A charming Impressionist pastoral scene of Rockport Harbor from the Summer of 1990. This vibrant impressionistic painting depicts a sunny seaside landscape with much depth and detail...
Oil, Board
"An Afternoon Along the Seine, Paris" Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional impressionistic depiction of an afternoon along the Seine, in Paris by Jules René Hervé on a fall day with Books sellers and artists lining the wall, as the busy activ...
Canvas, Oil
The Team
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting celebrates the quiet strength of togetherness. Each dog wears a different number, emphasizing individuality while reminding us that every member plays an essential role...
Canvas, Acrylic
Echoes of Water Cityscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Shandor Title: Echoes of Water Medium: Oil on Canvas Hardboard Year: 2026 Style: Impressionism Dimensions: 12" x 8" x 0.2" inch (30 x 20 x 1cm) Presentation: Unfra...
Canvas, Oil
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Path through Trees in Forest with Figures, Northern Ireland, Oil On Canvas, 1980
By Allan Ardies
Located in Preston, GB
Path through Trees in Forest with Figures, Northern Ireland, Oil On Canvas, Circa 1980, by 20th Century Artist, Allan Ardies (1918 - 2014) Art measures 26 x 18 inches Frame measur...
Canvas, Oil, Wood, Paint
Golden Light Through the Palm, Original Oil Painting, 30x30 cm
Located in Zofingen, AG
Original oil painting on canvas . How often are we in the moment, genuinely captivated by the beauty of nature, connecting with ourselves? Filled with the nature of Thailand, I exp...
Canvas, Oil
Carl Johansson Ångermanland Landscape Oil on Panel 1938
Located in Stockholm, SE
This landscape from 1938 depicts the countryside around Ramsele in Ångermanland, northern Sweden. A winding country road leads the viewer into the composition, passing open fields an...
Oil, Board
Flowers and Sunflower, Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, created in oils en plein air in Kolomenskoye Park, an enchanting garden unfolds before the viewer. The scene breathes with the freshness of a summer morning. Soft g...
Canvas, Oil
Pane Trees and Sea Landscape Impressionism Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Anna Privaloff Title: Pane Trees and Sea Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2026 Style: Impressionism Dimensions: 36 x 47" x 1" inch (90 x 120 x 3cm) Presentation: Unframed, Gallery...
Canvas, Oil
Reliable Presence
Located in Zofingen, AG
Original painting by Natalia Yangalycheva Size: 96 × 109 cm Additional 5 cm of canvas on each side for stretching and framing Medium: Acrylic on canvas The artwork will be shipped ro...
Canvas, Acrylic
Altea Spain Coastal Church Mediterranean Landscape Watercolor Sketch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Altea Spain Coastal Church Mediterranean Landscape Watercolor Sketch French School (mid 20th century) Watercolor on artists paper, unframed 7.75 x 11.25 inches (height x width) Not s...
Watercolor
"Summer is always with you."3 .
Located in Zofingen, AG
The painting is executed with incredible exuberance and enthusiasm. Abstract painting radiates positivity. It is not only extraordinarily popular; it also offers scope for imaginatio...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic, Felt Pen
Mid Century Reflecting Mountains Norwegian Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
Serene mid-century landscape of mountains reflecting over a fjord in Norway by an unknown artist, Circa 1940's. Unsigned. Displayed in a rustic giltwood frame. Image, 20"H x 24"W. Fr...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
"Summer Contrasts."
Located in Zofingen, AG
Miniature painting is like a litle pearl in a collection of paintings. It was created specifically so that you can decorate your room and harmoniously place it in combination with pa...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
Mediterranean Pine Tree Landscape Modernist Watercolour on Handmade Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
**Title:** Mediterranean Pine Tree Landscape Modernist Watercolour on Handmade Paper **Artist:** European School, 20th century **Medium:** Watercolour on handmade paper, unframed ...
Watercolor
Swedish Rural Landscape Fårö Gotland Oil Painting 1933
Located in Stockholm, SE
This charming landscape from 1933 depicts a farmstead on Fårö, the island situated north of Gotland in the Baltic Sea. In the foreground stands a characteristic stone barn with a tha...
Oil, Wood Panel
"Summer is always with you. 2."
Located in Zofingen, AG
Abstract painting has become incredibly popular recently. Works of this kind look magnificent in an interior. At first, it might seem that they are written with ease, but that is not...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
$532
Wild flowers. Original floral painting. Impressionism. Gouache on paper. Gift
Located in Oslo, NO
A vibrant celebration of nature. This artwork captures a lush bouquet with spontaneous energy. Bright yellow blossoms dance across the canvas. They contrast with crisp white petals a...
Paper, Gouache
Large Maritime Naval Battle Oil Painting Signed K. Bosen Sailing Ships Seascape
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This original oil on canvas by K. Bosen depicts a dramatic maritime battle between historic sailing vessels on the open sea. Two imposing tall ships dominate the composition as smoke...
Oil
French Impressionist Pastel Toned Coastal Seaside Landscape Oil Painting
By Henry Moret
Located in Houston, TX
Pastel toned coastal seaside landscape oil on canvas painting by French Impressionist artist Henry Moret. The work features a pair of figures walking along the water's edge as clouds...
Canvas, Oil
"Tangerines"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky "Tangerines" 30.0 X 40.0 CM / 11.8 X 15.7 IN HIGH QUALITY oil on canvas Signed on the front and back Dated 2023 Good c...
Canvas, Oil
"Spring Ferry Rd Point Pleasant " Impressionist Pastoral Scene Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
A charming Impressionist pastoral scene depicting Spring in Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania. This piece is executed in an intimate yet energetic manner. Christopher is known for capturi...
Oil, Board
French mid century Impressionist landscape of Olive trees in the Côte d'Azur
Located in Woodbury, CT
ean-Luc Gérard Olive Trees, Côte d’Azur Circa 1930 Oil on Canvas Signed and inscribed on the reverse Presented in an ornate French-style frame This vibrant and richly textured lands...
Canvas, Oil
"A Cool Evening."
Located in Zofingen, AG
A summer evening, a gentle breeze, the singing of birds, and the anticipation of relief from the summer heat. How can one convey these sensations and transform them into colors? The ...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic
Autumn Glow, Beautiful 1920s Arts and Crafts Movement Landscape
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Josef Frank Froula (American, 1887-1939) Signed: Josef Froula, (lower, right) " Autumn Glow ", circa 1920 (on label attached to stretcher verso) Oil on canvas 12 1/8" x 15 1/8" ...
Canvas, Oil
Pink Horizon
Located in Zofingen, AG
Original sculptural painting Size: 97* 97* 2 cm Medium: textured paint on canvas Canvas: Stretched canvas / ready to hang Style: Contemporary, expressive, textured art Pink Horizon...
Canvas, Acrylic
British Countryside Landscape Dramatic Sky Green Fields Watercolor Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: British Countryside Landscape Dramatic Sky Green Fields Watercolor Painting Artist: British School (mid 20th century) Medium: watercolor painting on artists paper, unframed Si...
Watercolor
Under the Caribbean Sun, Acrylic on Canvas, Landscape, 50cm x 60cm, New
Located in Zofingen, AG
Under the Caribbean Sun Acr. on canvas painting. Size of painting - 50cm x 60cm , (20" x 24") This painting portrays a contemplative moment along the Caribbean shoreline, where a yo...
Acrylic
"Summer is always with you."4
Located in Zofingen, AG
The painting is executed with incredible exuberance and enthusiasm. Abstract painting radiates positivity. It is not only extraordinarily popular; it also offers scope for imaginatio...
Canvas, Lacquer, Acrylic, Felt Pen
"Evergreen", American Realist Lithograph by Chris Forrest 1980
Located in Soquel, CA
"Evergreen", American Realist Lithograph by Chris Forrest 1980 Colorful lithograph of chickadee's perched on branches by American artist Chris Forest (b. 1946.) Three chickadee's re...
Lithograph, Wove Paper
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Rio de Janeiro Brazil Beach Landscape Seascape Pair
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
A pair of mid-century Impressionist beach landscapes depicting Rio de Janeiro , ca. 1960. Oil on canvas, each measures 12 x 16 inches; 15 x 19 inches framed. Signed indistinctly lo...
Canvas, Oil
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Impressionistic Painting Michael Budden Evening Retreat Egret Marsh Coastal
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Evening Retreat Egret This image measures 24 x 48 unframed and 30 x 54 framed. Evening Retreat Egret is an oil painting on Masonite panel by award winning contemporary artist Michae...
Oil
Huge Equestrian Fox Hunt Oil Painting, English Hunting Scene, Framed, Signed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This impressive large-scale oil painting depicts a classic fox hunting scene, capturing riders, horses, and hounds in full pursuit across the countryside. Richly detailed and full of...
Oil
"Water Lily Pond"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
"Water Lily Pond" Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky 45.0 X 55.0 CM / 17.7 X 21.6 IN HIGH QUALITY oil on canvas Signed on the front and back Dated 2026 G...
Canvas, Oil
Lake View Landscape Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Title: Lake View Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2026 Style: Impressionism Dimensions: 44.5" x 30.5" x 1" inch (113 x 77 x 3cm) Presentation: Unframed, Gallery Wrap...
Canvas, Oil
French school Landscape woodland landscape waterfall oil painting Signed 1936
Located in Zofingen, AG
➡️ Landscape Woodland and waterfall⬅️ ⏩It is signed Degoul 1936⏪ ⭐Medium:⭐ Oil on canvas ⭐Technique: ⭐Impasto painting with expressive brushwork. ⭐Size:⭐26x46cm /10.2x18.1 inch ...
Gesso, Oil, Stretcher Bars, Canvas
Soft Coastal Harbour with Boats and Pastel Village Reflections French Oil
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Soft Coastal Harbour with Boats and Pastel Village Reflections French Post Impressionist Oil Painting by Fanch Lel signed lower left oil on board, unframed Board: 13 x 16 inches Prov...
Oil
$1,200
Beach Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Moonlight Marsh
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonlight Marsh oil/panel 8 x 10 unframed 11.75 x 13.75 framed, signed LR Moonlight Marsh is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden, tha...
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Harbor Scene with Boats and Waterfront
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Harbor Scene with Boats and Waterfront By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width) Signed: Yes Oil painting o...
Oil
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...
Gouache
"Ferry Road" Point Pleasant Pike Bucks County Pennsylvania Nocturne Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful impressionist winter pastoral scene of quaint homes covered in snow and star light.. Willet has portrayed this piece in a most intimate, yet energetic way, and has packed...
Oil, Board
Large VTG Alpine Mountain Landscape Oil Painting European Cabin Framed Signed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This beautiful original oil on canvas captures the peaceful beauty of an alpine countryside, featuring a traditional mountain chalet nestled beside a quiet stream and surrounded by t...
Oil
Vintage Signed Oil Painting on Canvas, 20th Century Landscape
By Jean Perret
Located in Cotignac, FR
Provençal hillside landscape with Cypress trees and houses in oil on board by French artist Jean Perret. Signed bottom right. This painting captures a serene landscape, characterize...
Oil, Board
Antique Impressionist English River Landscape - Original Oil Painting, Signed
Located in Soquel, CA
Antique Impressionist English River Landscape - Original Oil Painting, Signed Beautiful antique landscape by Christopher Mark Haskell (British, b. 1849 d. 1933.) A river sits in the...
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Olof Arborelius Ships in Moonlight Italian Coastal Scene
Located in Stockholm, SE
This moonlit harbor scene is painted with remarkable spontaneity and freedom. A dark sailing vessel rises against a glowing path of reflected moonlight, while the surrounding boats, ...
Canvas, Oil
$1,975
1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed
By Sidney L. Brock
Located in Soquel, CA
1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed A beautiful 1930's landscape titled "Trail into California Mountains" by Oklahoman artist Sidney Lorenzo Br...
Linen, Oil