impressionistischen

Impressionismus is a French art movement that emerged in the mid-19th century. It is characterized by its focus on capturing the fleeting impression of a moment, rather than a detailed, realistic depiction. Impressionist artists sought to convey the subjective experience of seeing, emphasizing the interplay of light, color, and atmosphere. They often worked outdoors, en plein air, to observe the effects of natural light on their subjects.

Key features of Impressionist art include visible brushstrokes, an emphasis on the accurate depiction of light in its changing qualities, often accentuating the effects of the passage of time, ordinary subject matter, and the inclusion of movement as a crucial element of human perception and experience. The palette often features bright, unmixed colors applied in small dabs, allowing the viewer's eye to blend them optically.

Prominent Impressionist painters include Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, Camille Pissarro, and Berthe Morisot. Their work often depicted scenes of everyday life, landscapes, and portraits, shunning historical or mythological themes favored by the academic art of the time. The movement faced initial criticism for its unconventional style and subject matter, but it profoundly influenced subsequent art movements and remains a significant chapter in art history.