Impressionism

The impressionism art style had a significant influence on the evolution of Western art during the 19th century. The artists of this period embraced a more spontaneous approach to painting in which they attempted to depict the fleeting effects of color and light on the canvas. By rejecting conventional art styles, the Impressionists depicted atmospheric landscapes with loose brushstrokes, challenging traditional academic conventions. Paintings created using this new approach are among the most recognizable and beloved pieces of art in history. As a result of this avant-garde perception, modern movements such as Cubism and Surrealism created various art forms, including abstract painting and conceptual art. A large number of contemporary artists continue to be inspired by the masterpieces of 19th-century French Impressionism. Impressionist art sales on Bidsquare include paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by late 19th and early 20th-century artists.

Originating in France with artists like Monet, Renoir, and Pissarro, Impressionism marked a departure from studio-bound art, as these visionaries painted en plein air to capture the ever-changing nuances of nature. This movement's appeal lies in its ability to immortalize everyday life through vibrant colors, distinctive brushwork, and a remarkable sense of spontaneity. The public exhibition scene in Paris was transformed by Édouard Manet, a pioneer in impressionism art. Impressionists got the inspiration to depict subjects that were previously deemed unworthy of art because of works such as Olympia, depicting an assertive nude woman. 

The first Impressionist woman, Berthe Morisot created rich artworks that emphasized the intimate, domestic sphere of feminine society, in particular, the mother-child bond as in The Cradle. Along with Eva Gonzalès, Mary Cassatt, and Marie Bracquemond, she is among the four most important female figures in Impressionism.

Japanese prints brought to Europe were a huge inspiration for the impressionists. Compositions that are brightly colored, dynamic, and depict everyday aspects of life are reflected in these Asian works of art. The similarities between Japanese woodcut prints and impressionist paintings are clear, as in Monet's Boating on the River Epte and Suzuki Harunobu's Two Ladies Picking Lotus Flowers.

Impressionism Art for Sale

Impressionist paintings have continued to be popular among art collectors as well as casual art admirers worldwide. There are a number of expensive art pieces available at Bidsquare online auction in the category of Impressionist and modern art, spanning roughly 1860 to 1945. With an extensive collection of impressionist paintings for sale, there are sure to be works you'll love regardless of whether you are a Monet, Renoir, or Morisot fan.

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