Impressionism emerged in France during the 1860s and 1870s, challenging established conventions of academic painting and changing how artists approached light, color, and everyday subject matter.Impressionism emerged in France during the 1860s and 1870s, challenging established conventions of academic painting and changing how artists approached light, color, and everyday subject matter. This book offers a clear introduction to the movement, tracing its origins, key figures, and lasting influence on the history of art. You will learn about the social and artistic conditions that gave rise to Impressionism, the techniques that set it apart from earlier styles, and the contributions of painters such as Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Berthe Morisot. The book also examines how the movement was received by critics and audiences of its time, and how it paved the way for later developments in modern art. This book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. It is intended as an accessible, factual guide for readers seeking a solid introduction to Impressionism and its place in art history.Impressionism emerged in France during the 1860s and 1870s, challenging established conventions of academic painting and changing how artists approached light, color, and everyday subject matter. This book offers a clear introduction to the movement, tracing its origins, key figures, and lasting influence on the history of art. You will learn about the social and artistic conditions that gave rise to Impressionism, the techniques that set it apart from earlier styles, and the contributions of painters such as Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Berthe Morisot. The book also examines how the movement was received by critics and audiences of its time, and how it paved the way for later developments in modern art. This book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. It is intended as an accessible, factual guide for readers seeking a solid introduction to Impressionism and its place in art history.