Impressionismo

People often forget how provocative Impressionist canvases seemed when they were first exhibited in 1874. This book is a journey of discovery of Impressionism, from its origins to its spread to America and Australia.

Ralph Skea, in the pages of this volume, analyzes how Impressionist artists transformed everyday subjects through their vision.

The Impressionists used to work outdoors, creating paintings that captured the transient effects of light and sensation, boldly using color and painting with rapid brushstrokes. After an initial reaction of shock, Impressionism gradually gave way to widespread acceptance, but only now can we appreciate how profound was its influence on modern art.

Author

Ralph Skea – was a lecturer at the University of Dundee, Scotland. He is currently the author of numerous essays on modern art.