impressionism (art)

Forty color plates with descriptive commentary, plus nearly thirty black-and-white reproductions provide an overview of Auguste Renoir's work.

A history of collecting impressionism by European museums, discussing the early resistance to the movement, and the role of Parisian dealer Paul Durand-Ruel in placing impressionist works in collections around the world, and including over one hundred color reproductions.

Vividly describes the breadth and versatility of American twentieth-century art. Brief text and over 80 illustrations present examples of American Impressionism.

Presents the catalogue for an exhibition of Impressionist paintings that appear to be rapid transcriptions of shifting objects but were considered finished by their creators, featuring works by Monet, Renoir, Degas, and others; and includes essays that discuss the making, signing, exhibiting, and marketing of such works.

On a visit to the museum, Katie climbs into five Impressionist paintings and has wonderful adventures.