The chapter explores the relationships and influences among Impressionist painters, focusing on Synyak's journey inspired by Monet and his mentorship of Matisse. It delves into a pivotal 1886 exhibition that showcased new techniques and paintings under Impressionist patronage, highlighting the political significance and alliances formed among artists. The discussion also touches on personal choices, aesthetics, and the complex private life of a particular artist, showcasing their unconventional approach to love and family.
In this episode, Helen Newman, Chairman of Sotheby’s Europe is joined by Paul Signac’s great granddaughter Charlotte Hellman, artist Erik Madigan Heck, and the National Gallery’s Christopher Riopelle for a conversation about the revolutionary impact made by the Impressionists.
This podcast was originally recorded at Sotheby’s in London in February 2024 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism. To see the works discussed in this episode and to step further into the world of Sotheby’s, you can visit any of their galleries around the world, which are open to the public.
For more information, visit sothebys.com.
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