impressionism (art)

Examines how Impressionist paintings were painted and what materials were used by analyzing pigments and paint media.

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.

A photographic exploration of the period between 1874 and 1887, revealing details about the society in which the Impressionists lived and worked. Includes a gallery of paintings by Degas, Renoir, Cezanne, and Monet.

A social history of Impressionist art examining how it fit into the social and cultural life of the times.

Includes notes, bibliography, and index. Text and over 400 illustrations describe the spread and impact of Impressionism on American art.

Examines the work of four female artists of the nineteenth century: Berthe Morisot, Marie Bracquemond, Eva Gonzales, and Mary Cassatt.