dec 17, 1872 - impressionism

Description:

controversial (in 1860's), but eventually accepted (by end of 1880's) art style
focused on capturing the effects of changing light (and therefore time & movement)
ordinary subjects
unusual visual angles
bright colors

artists:
edouard manet (eye opener to new period)***
claude monet***
auguste renoir
edgar degas
jmw turner***

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