Thanks for bringing this lovely Morisot painting to our attention. Through books and several museum exhibitions I have seen quite a few Impressionist images. I don’t recall seeing this before. Due to the seeming looseness of the dress and the domesticity of the scene I wouldn’t be surprised to learn whether Morisot’s sister was pregnant at the time this was painted. Also, the plant is being nurtured (is this a hint?). I have enjoyed your presentations over the last few years, thank you.
An amazingly talented woman. With the patronage of Durand - Ruel and her self belief to choose to paint in a style much maligned at the time, she overcame ridicule from critics like Albert Wolff and became one of the few leading female artists within 'the impressionist movement'. Thank you for highlighting this gifted artist, who is often overshadowed by her male contemporaries.
@@stuartwray6175 This painting shown of Friedreich happens to be a favorite of mine, although this is centered on Berthe Morisit. Not to mention the sheer beauty of the Impressionist era -
@@stuartwray6175 This painting presented by Friedreich happens to be a favorite of mine, although this is centered on Berthe Morisit. It's difficult to display just one Impressionist painter!
I love Dr. Zucker's williingness to say things like "my favorite impressionist" or even perhaps "the bravest impressionist." Even if it's not true - the fact that it's a bold statement that is backed with some evidence makes the video and dialague more engaging and interesting - it also shows Dr. Zucker knows his stuff!
Smarthistory is the reason I now have a healthy appreciation for Impressionism and this is another lovely example of it. "Fête galante" is great vocab. I was recently invited to have a more modern, low-key version of one (aka a picnic, lol). There's something special about fellowshipping in nature - especially if there's romantic undertones. The beach at night is my preferred spot, though. 😌 I loved seeing both portraits these talented sisters did of each other. Edma's of Berthe was especially stunning. It's a shame she put her brushes down - who knows what she might've added to the art world... I'm glad this image of fleeting love was captured in their time.
How come Morisot couldn't practice plein air like the other impressionists ? You mentioned that she was confined to the domestic space, are there any details on how that went ?
While male artists of the Impressionist group often depicted bars, cabarets, the streets of Paris, etc., women of Morisot's social class were to be escorted in public. Mary Cassatt's paintings of the Paris Opera are a rare example of a public space depicted by a woman of that era (she would have gone to the Opera with her sister). It would not have been socially acceptable for Morisot to work alone outdoors or in most venues available to men.
Please Dr Cunningham speak a little bit slower for those of us who are not used to your accent, thank you. Amazing video & content as usual, really enjoyed this painting which I wasn't famiiar with. Morisot fascinates me too, and it's so interesting to find out more about her talented sister and artistic family
I agree that it is a wonderful painting and commentary! Regarding understanding the commentary: In addition to changing the speed of the video as suggested in the Smarthistory response to your comment, there is also the option to turn on the excellent closed captioning option (indicated by "cc" at the bottom of the video when you hover your cursor there).
Thanks for bringing this lovely Morisot painting to our attention. Through books and several museum exhibitions I have seen quite a few Impressionist images. I don’t recall seeing this before.
Due to the seeming looseness of the dress and the domesticity of the scene I wouldn’t be surprised to learn whether Morisot’s sister was pregnant at the time this was painted. Also, the plant is being nurtured (is this a hint?).
I have enjoyed your presentations over the last few years, thank you.
Can never see too much Morisot, thanks for sharing this one!
Nice video - thank you. Love Morisot. Wow, her sister was quite the artist as well, that portrait she did was lovely.
Love Morisot! More and more I think she was really a radical in her work.
An amazingly talented woman.
With the patronage of Durand - Ruel and her self belief to choose to paint in a style much maligned at the time, she overcame ridicule from critics like Albert Wolff and became one of the few leading female artists within 'the impressionist movement'.
Thank you for highlighting this gifted artist, who is often overshadowed by her male contemporaries.
These are cool, thanks from WA state
Thank you so much for the background and setting which make this interesting painting come alive!
One of my favorite artists, too. Thank you.
Friedrich is phenomenal! I love the impressionistic style!
Thank you !
What about Berthe Morisot?
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This painting shown of Friedreich happens to be a favorite of mine, although this is centered on Berthe Morisit. Not to mention the sheer beauty of the Impressionist era -
@@stuartwray6175
This painting presented by Friedreich happens to be a favorite of mine, although this is centered on Berthe Morisit.
It's difficult to display just one Impressionist painter!
This was an exceptionally great one! Thank you!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Lovely - thank you ~
Great picture
Great!
I love Dr. Zucker's williingness to say things like "my favorite impressionist" or even perhaps "the bravest impressionist." Even if it's not true - the fact that it's a bold statement that is backed with some evidence makes the video and dialague more engaging and interesting - it also shows Dr. Zucker knows his stuff!
Smarthistory is the reason I now have a healthy appreciation for Impressionism and this is another lovely example of it.
"Fête galante" is great vocab. I was recently invited to have a more modern, low-key version of one (aka a picnic, lol). There's something special about fellowshipping in nature - especially if there's romantic undertones. The beach at night is my preferred spot, though. 😌
I loved seeing both portraits these talented sisters did of each other. Edma's of Berthe was especially stunning. It's a shame she put her brushes down - who knows what she might've added to the art world... I'm glad this image of fleeting love was captured in their time.
Fête galante, not the most useful of terms but still quite fun.
How come Morisot couldn't practice plein air like the other impressionists ? You mentioned that she was confined to the domestic space, are there any details on how that went ?
While male artists of the Impressionist group often depicted bars, cabarets, the streets of Paris, etc., women of Morisot's social class were to be escorted in public. Mary Cassatt's paintings of the Paris Opera are a rare example of a public space depicted by a woman of that era (she would have gone to the Opera with her sister). It would not have been socially acceptable for Morisot to work alone outdoors or in most venues available to men.
@@smarthistory-art-history Thank you!
Please Dr Cunningham speak a little bit slower for those of us who are not used to your accent, thank you. Amazing video & content as usual, really enjoyed this painting which I wasn't famiiar with. Morisot fascinates me too, and it's so interesting to find out more about her talented sister and artistic family
Just a reminder that you can control the speed of the video and even pause as you choose. Use the little gear icon.
I agree that it is a wonderful painting and commentary! Regarding understanding the commentary: In addition to changing the speed of the video as suggested in the Smarthistory response to your comment, there is also the option to turn on the excellent closed captioning option (indicated by "cc" at the bottom of the video when you hover your cursor there).
But why is she watering the flowers just after the rain?
perhaps it was just a sprinkle
Lovely.
“ Leave it to a Woman”…..
Lush content. Always learn something.