Widely regarded as the catalyst for subsequent avant-garde movements, the exhibition sheds light on the events that unfolded in Paris during the spring of 1874 and the  legacy of this legendary exhibition.

 "Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment," the exhibition explains  the socio-political context that precipitated  the collaboration of 31 artists, only a handful of whom enjoy global recognition today. 

Amidst the  post-war turmoil following the Franco-German War of 1870 and ensuing  civil unrest, these artists redefined artistic expression in the face of crisis. Banding together as a rebellious cohort, they captured scenes of contemporary life and landscapes with a newfound sense of spontaneity, employing delicate brushstrokes and muted palettes to evoke fleeting impressions.

"Paris 1874" juxtaposes works from  the inaugural impressionist exhibition with works which were on show at the official Salon of the same year.

Above all he exhibition shows  the contradictions and boundless creativity of the artistic landscape of 1874, underlining  the radical modernity of these artists.  As one critic remarked, "Innovations always lead to something"—a sentiment that encapsulates the spirit of the impressionist movement and its enduring influence on the history of art.