Impressionism in Western Art

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This paper examines works by three artists known for their influence in the period known as Impressionism. The paper presents an overview of Impressionism, the Salon, outdoor painting and color during this period. It also looks at the influence of patrons, women and the culture. The paper presents biographies of the three artists, and finally descriptions and discussions of the three works - Edouard Manet's "Luncheon on the Grass" ("Le Dejeuner sur l'herbe"), Claude Monet's "Luncheon on the Grass", and "Luncheon of the Boating Party" by August Renoir. The paper presents these artists and specific works due to a strong similarity of style and sameness of subject matter.

Paper Outline:
Overview of Impressionism
The Salon
Outdoor Painting
Color
Patrons
Women
Japan
Crisis
The Culture, Times and Trends
Inventions
Biographies of Three Artists of Chosen Works
The Works
Comments
References

From the Paper:

"In the 1870s Impressionism was at its height. By the 1880s stylistic differences and personal quarrels came into play. A major contention was who should be allowed to "show" with the group. Degas was eager to include new artists, but others saw it mostly as compromising the purpose of Impressionism. The new, more theoretical works of artists like Seurat and Signac marked the end of the original movement."

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