Impressionism in Canada: A Journey of Rediscovery (English)

A.K. Prakash

Impressionist paintings are among the most prized art works in the world, yet little has been written about Canadian Impressionism. Now, with this book, we have a full account of its development during the four decades after 1875, first in France, then in the United States, and finally in Canada. Within this context, the lives and works of fourteen of the most significant Canadian artists – including William Blair Bruce, Maurice Cullen, J.W. Morrice, Laura Muntz Lyall, Marc-Aurèle de Foy Suzor-Coté, Helen McNicoll, and Clarence Gagnon – are examined in the second half of the volume. Briefly considered too are several other artists, such as core members of the famed Group of Seven, who for some time also employed Impressionist techniques in their art. This comprehensive scholarly study showcases the impressive autonomy of the artistic works of Canadian Impressionism in over 650 large-format illustrations. 

Hardcover | 802 pages
29.6 x 26.1 x 6.2 cm (11.66 x 10.26 x 2.45 in.) 
Publication Date: 2016