Art for All. Impressionists

• This inspiring collection covers the work, lives and lasting impact of five key Impressionists in a volume that is an introduction to and celebration of probably the most popular art genre of all time. Each of these artists broke barriers in different ways and astonished late nineteenth-century society with the boldness of their approach and technique.

• Edgar Degas explored human movement and form with a masterful style and innovative compositions, most notably his paintings of dancers, racehorses and busy cityscapes.

• Claude Monet was a master of light and atmosphere who captured the transience of the moment with his iconic water lilies and series of paintings. Pierre-Auguste Renoir celebrated beauty and sensuality, and brought vitality to everyday scenes with exuberant brushstrokes and a luminous palette.

• Paul Gauguin sought inspiration from the exotic and used bold colours and symbolism to often disturbing effect. Finally, Vincent van Gogh's highly emotive use of colour and vigorous brushstrokes conveyed his inner turmoil and did much to lay the foundations for Expressionism.

• Together, these five masters redefined what art dared to achieve by emphasising personal expression and the exploration of light, colour and perspective. Their work marked a fundamental shift in modern artistic freedoms and expectations. This collection goes beyond his most famous paintings and includes extensive text on each artist, along with a detailed biography and more than 400 high-quality colour illustrations.

• Language: English

• Pages: 504

Publisher: Taschen