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“Paris 1874, Rising Sun Impressionism”
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Just as the sun did not wait for us to find a name for it to shine, Impressionism was not born with the term that designates it.
And we can only accept that the date of birth and authorship of the phenomenon are impossible to determine.
For convenience, since it is necessary to find a date to celebrate his birthdays, we remember the first appearance of the word "impressionist" in the press, a mention as famous as it is duly documented, to honor his memory.
Also read Auvers-sur-Oise, bohemian cradle of impressionism
But like many famous anecdotes, this one ended up living its own life and developing its own truths...
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