french painting

Describes the life and work of the twentieth-century French painter, Camille Pissarro.

Presents a discussion of Impressionist paintings in which the artists have included pets, and considers what the practice reveals about art, artists, and the society of the era. Includes color and black-and-white reproductions.

Presents a selection of contemporary letters, reviews, statements, and interviews that provide insight into how the Impressionists and their art were received in their own time.

Surveys the life and work of twentieth-century French artist Henri Emile Benoit Matisse; provides analyses of his masterpieces; discusses the historical and social context in which Matisse created; and includes over three hundred color reproductions of his art.

Presents a brief overview of the life and work of this French artist, describing and giving examples of his work.

Profiles the life and art of Degas and discusses what his everyday life was like, how his work was influenced by society, what methods he used, and other related topics.

Profiles the life and art of Renoir and discusses what his everyday life was like, what techniques he used, how his work was influenced by society, and other related topics.

Discusses the life, works, and lasting influence of Henri Matisse.

Explores the life and art of nineteenth-century French painter Paul Cezanne, and features a portfolio of over 140 color illustrations.

Surveys the life and work of nineteenth-century French artist Claude Monet; provides analyses of his masterpieces; discusses the historical and social context in which Monet painted; and includes over three hundred color reproductions of his art.