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Post-Impressionism

French art movement 1886-1905
French art movement 1886-1905

Post-Impressionism, a French art movement from 1886 to 1905, reacted against Impressionism by focusing on abstract qualities and symbolic content. Key artists include Cézanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Seurat.

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1839-01-19
Birth of Paul Cezanne

Paul Cezanne, the most famous French artist of the Post-Impressionist movement, was born in Aix-en-Provence, France. He advocated for painting to remain connected to its sculptural origins and is credited with influencing twentieth-century modernism.

1848-06
Birth of Paul Gauguin

Paul Gauguin, a French artist, was born in Paris, France. He was initially trained in Impressionism but later developed a new painting style known as Symbolism, focusing on abstract qualities.

1859-12-02
Birth of Georges Seurat

Georges Seurat, a prominent French post-Impressionist artist, was born on December 2, 1859. He is known for developing the painting technique known as Pointillism.

1860
Birth of Post-Impressionist Artist

An artist associated with Post-Impressionism was born in 1860.

1864-11-24
Birth of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a renowned French painter, was born on November 24, 1864. He is best known for his colorful and evocative paintings depicting the bohemian life of Paris.

1870-05-03
The Wave by Paul Gauguin

The painting 'The Wave' by Paul Gauguin was created on May 3, 1870.

1872
Impression, soleil levant by Claude Monet

In 1872, Claude Monet painted Impression, soleil levant, which later became the source of the term Impressionism due to Louis Leroy's scathing review.

1874
Louis Leroy's Review of Impression, soleil levant

In 1874, Louis Leroy's scathing review of Claude Monet's Impression, soleil levant led to the term Impressionism being coined.

1878
Paul Cézanne Withdrawal from Impressionism

In 1878, Paul Cézanne withdrew from Impressionism to create a more solid and enduring art style, focusing on the underlying structures of natural forms and unifying surface patterns with spatial depth. His approach influenced Cubism, which aimed to depict the structure of objects.

1882
The Viaduct at L'Estaque by Paul Cézanne

Paul Cézanne painted The Viaduct at L'Estaque in 1882. It is a notable work of Post-Impressionism.

1884
A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte by Georges Seurat

In 1884, Georges Seurat created the seminal pointillist composition A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, which was included in the last Impressionist show in 1886.

1885
Peasant Woman Cooking by a Fireplace

Vincent van Gogh painted 'Peasant Woman Cooking by a Fireplace' in 1885.

1886-08
Vincent van Gogh in Paris with Pissarro, Gauguin, and Seurat

Vincent van Gogh, a leading post-impressionist painter, spends time with Pissarro, Gauguin, and Seurat in Paris. This period influences his artistic style, leading to a shift in his color palette and culminating in the Impressionists du Petit Boulevard exhibition.

1887
Study for 'A Sunday on La Grande Jatte'

Georges Seurat created a study for his famous painting 'A Sunday on La Grande Jatte' in 1887.

1888
Café Terrace at Night

In 1888, Vincent Van Gogh created 'Café Terrace at Night' with clashing hues and tones, depicting a scene of cobblestone streets under waning light, adding a spiritual and psychological undertone to the image.

1889
Self-Portrait with Halo and Snake by Paul Gaugin

Paul Gaugin created a self-portrait in 1889 titled Self-Portrait with Halo and Snake, which explores the themes of good versus evil and self-regard.

1889-06
The Starry Night

Vincent van Gogh painted 'The Starry Night' in Saint Rémy in June 1889.

1890-07-29
Death of Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh, a Dutch artist, passed away in Auvers-sur-Oise, France. He was known for his unique and expressive style of painting, leaving behind a legacy of influential artworks.

1891-03-29
Death of Georges Seurat

Georges Seurat, the French artist who developed pointillism and had a profound impact on art, passed away in Paris, France.

1892-01-01
View of the Thames painting by George's Lemmen

George's Lemmen created a painting titled 'View of the Thames' in 1892.

1892-03-11
Ia Orana Maria (Hail Mary)

Paul Gauguin created the painting 'Ia Orana Maria' in 1892, depicting Tahitian women in a scene inspired by Christian themes such as the Adoration of the Magi and the Annunciation. The artwork combines Polynesian iconography with unconventional Christian imagery.

1892-05-05
Henri Rousseau The Centenary of Independence

Henri Rousseau painted The Centenary of Independence in 1892. The painting features an old building with smoke in the sky, possibly done near a river.

1893
The Scream

Edvard Munch's iconic painting conveys personal anguish and symbolic expressionism, reflecting the artist's introspective exploration of the self.

1894
Nave, Nave Moe (Miraculous Source)

In 1894, Paul Gauguin created the painting 'Nave, Nave Moe (Miraculous Source)', which is a representation of symphonies and harmonies inspired by nature, aiming to evoke thoughts similar to music.

1895
Paul Cézanne's First Solo Exhibition

In 1895, art dealer Ambrose Vollard organized Paul Cézanne's first solo exhibition, showcasing the artist's unique approach to still life and landscapes. This exhibition marked a significant moment in Cézanne's career and the recognition of his innovative style.

1896
Still Life with Teapot and Fruit

Paul Gauguin created the painting 'Still Life with Teapot and Fruit' in 1896.

1899
Serenity, also called, The Sacred Wood

Henri Martin completed the painting 'Serenity, also called, The Sacred Wood' in 1899.

1900-01-01
Henri-Edmond Cross Cypresses at Cagnes

Henri-Edmond Cross created the painting Cypresses at Cagnes in 1900. The artwork depicts trees and nature scenery.

1901-01-01
Discovery of Van Gogh's Work

In 1901, Maurice de Vlaminck encountered the work of Van Gogh for the first time, expressing his admiration for the artist and adopting a more expressive painting style.

1901-09-09
Death of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, the French artist whose work had a significant influence on the development of modern art, passed away at Château Malromé, France.

1903-05-08
Death of Paul Gauguin

Paul Gauguin, a renowned French artist, passed away in Atuona, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. He was known for his unique style of combining flat planes of color with sharply defined lines in his artworks.

1905
End of Post Impressionism Art Movement

The Post-Impressionism art movement came to a close in 1905. It had a significant impact on the art world, influencing subsequent avant-garde movements like Fauvism, Expressionism, Neo-Impressionism, Surrealism, and Cubism. The principles and styles of Post-Impressionism laid the groundwork for artistic developments in the early 20th century.

1906-10-22
Death of Paul Cezanne

Paul Cezanne, the influential Post-Impressionist artist, passed away in Aix-en-Provence, France. His emphasis on the tangible and sculptural aspects of painting had a lasting impact on the development of modern art.

1907
Retrospective exhibition of Paul Cézanne's work at Salon d'Automne

In 1907, a retrospective exhibition of French Post-Impressionist Paul Cézanne's work was held at the Salon d’Automne, showcasing his Montagne Sainte-Victoire series from 1904-06. The series featured scenes reduced to broken planes of color and form, which fascinated artists like Braque and Picasso.

1908
Three Women

In 1908, Pablo Picasso painted 'Three Women'.

1910-10-15
Frank Rutter's Review

Critic Frank Rutter referred to Othon Friesz as a 'post-impressionist leader' in a review published in Art News on October 15, 1910.

1913
Canadian Post-Impressionism

In 1913, Canadian Post-Impressionism emerged as an extension of the Post-Impressionist movement, with artists like Randolph Hewton, A. Y. Jackson, and John Lyman contributing to the style.

1914
Expansion of the term 'Post-Impressionism' by Alan Bowness

Alan Bowness and his collaborators expanded the period covered by the term 'Post-Impressionism' forward to 1914 and the beginning of World War I, focusing widely on the 1890s to France.

1949
Death of Post-Impressionist Artist

An artist associated with Post-Impressionism passed away in 1949.

2001
The Birth of the Modern: Post-Impressionism in Canada, 1900-1920 Exhibition

In 2001, the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa organized the travelling exhibition showcasing Post-Impressionism in Canada from 1900 to 1920, featuring artists like James Wilson Morrice, John Lyman, David Milne, Tom Thomson, and Emily Carr.

2002
Sale of The Card Players by Cézanne

A painting by Paul Cézanne titled The Card Players was sold for $259 million, becoming the most expensive painting ever sold at that time.

2004-10
Post-Impressionism

A style of art that developed in the late 19th century as a reaction against Impressionism. Post-Impressionist artists focused on exploring color, form, and expression in their works.

2015-05-05
Vincent van Gogh's L'Allée des Alyscamps at Auction

Vincent van Gogh's painting titled L'Allée des Alyscamps was auctioned during the Impressionist & Modern Art Evening Sale in New York with an estimated value of 40,000,000 – 40,000,001 USD.

2017-03-01
Paul Gauguin's Te Arii Vahine – La Femme aux mangos (II) at Auction

Paul Gauguin's artwork named Te Arii Vahine – La Femme aux mangos (II) was part of the Impressionist & Modern Art Evening Sale in London, estimated to be valued between 7,000,000 – 10,000,000 GBP.

2020-12-01
Starry Night in 3D

A detailed exploration of Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting 'Starry Night' using a new imaging tool, providing viewers with a unique behind-the-scenes perspective.

2021-08-31
Cézanne’s Apples Turning Me into a Food Writer

An author, former editor, and storied restaurant critic reflects on a pivotal moment in her life that was inspired by Cézanne's apples.

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