This chapter delves into the pivotal role of Impressionism in modern art history, highlighting its revolutionary nature and impact on artists' careers. The speakers reflect on personal connections to Impressionism, discussing its emergence from Monet's painting 'Impression, Sunrise' and the movement's reception by critics. The narrative also explores the influence of key figures like Paul Duharuel in promoting and shaping the Impressionist movement, leading to its eventual appreciation by collectors.
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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