Jean-Fredric Bazille was a French impressionist known for his figure drawing placed among landscapes “en plein-air.” He was widely hailed as a master impressionist because of his use of space and his knowledge of human form. Claude Monet hailed him as one of his biggest influences and identified Bazille as a great friend and mentor on various occasionas. He is most popular for his encouragement to other artists, even when in direct competition with them. Bazille epitomizes French Impressionism by utilizing both known aspects of the style, detailed landscape alongside candid figure drawing. His work never gained the acclaim that Monet’s did, yet the anamoly is not easily explained. Bazille is just as masterful a painter despite his lack of general appreciation by art enthusiasts.

     “Lady in the Pink Dress”

“Self Portrait 1865–1866, oil on canvas”