Silver Ounce 2018 Impression Sunrise, Coin from Niue - detailed information

This coin was issued in Niue.

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Claude Monet is considered the greatest of the Impressionists. In his work, he consistently focused on studies of light and color. His famous painting “Impression, Sunrise” coined the term ‘Impressionism’, a new movement in visual arts. Today, thanks to the Mint of Poland, the flagship masterpiece of the outstanding painter can become the pride of your collection! coin opening the numismatic series devoted to Impressionism priceless masterpieces of world art immortalised in pure silver a great gift idea for art lovers struck in fine silver photographic quality of digital printing limited mintage – only 500 pieces! offered in an elegant object frame   THE 1874 IMPRESSIONIST EXHIBITION WAS A TRANSITIONAL MOMENT IN THE HISTORY OF ART Artists so far rejected by the Salon de Paris , now had the opportunity to show their works and address a wider public without the interference of a jury. A group of young French painters included Pissarro, Monet, Renoir and Degas. The exhibition was held at a private studio of the photographer Nadar.   ONE OF THE MOST FAMOUS PAINTINGS OF ALL TIME – TODAY IN YOUR COLLECTION! “Impression, Sunrise” was created in 1872. It depicts the mist-shrouded port of Le Havre. Kept in grayish colors, it shows the first rays of the rising sun gliding above the water. In the distance, one can see the outlines of port cranes and moored boats. The artist conveyed his impression in an unprecedented way, emphasizing the transience of the moment he captured. Today, “Impression, Sunrise” is considered a manifesto of the Impressionists and their vision of the world.
Denomination: 1 dollar
Material: Ag 999
Quality: proof
Weight: 31,1 g
Date of issue: January 2018