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Post-Impressionism
1886-1905
Post-Impressionism was a predominantly French art movement that developed from Impressionism, emphasizing symbolic content, formal order, and structure.
Historical Context
Post-Impressionism emerged in the 1880s as artists began to reject the limitations of Impressionism. While retaining the bright colors and loose brushwork, they emphasized geometric forms, distortion for expressive effect, and symbolic content.
Key Characteristics
- •Emphasis on abstract qualities and symbolic content
- •Use of vivid colors and geometric forms
- •Personal expression over naturalistic depiction
- •Thick application of paint and distinctive brush strokes
- •Experimentation with form and color
