Impressionism was a movement in art that swept the art scene in Europe in the 18th century. Many expressive and exquisite works came out during this time by artists from all over Europe.

The French impressionist era saw the creation of works by Victor Charreton that added beautiful pieces to the movement and helped carry out its legacy.

Victor Charreton was born on March 2, 1864 in Bourgoin-Jallieu. The early 20th century french artists were all an important part of the French art scene, especially as an impressionist, he is well known for capturing accurately the transparency of light in different weather conditions.

Here are five facts about Victor Charreton.

1. Despite the fact that he had already begun to exhibit his art, Charleton was unable to devote himself solely to painting until 1902, when he relocated to Paris.
2. Landscapes and city scenes, as well as still life paintings, will become Charreton's trademarks. As he continued the style and tradition of the old Impressionists, critics likened him to Monet, Sisley, and Pissaro.
3. Unlike other artists, victor Charreton, crossed a fine line between Fauvism and classical Impressionism while being compared to the Impressionists. Like the Fauves, he was fond of bright colours and bold brushstrokes, but he also admired the Impressionists' elegance and use of light. Charreton generally worked in oil and watercolour on canvas or board, and his signature is present on the front of his compositions.
4. Charreton traveled extensively throughout Europe during his lifetime, from France to Belgium, Holland, Spain, England, and even Algeria. His work has also been seen in New York, Japan, and Toledo, Ohio, among other areas.
5. In 1913, Charreton was awarded a silver medal at the Salon and was appointed an officer of the Legion of Honor. Charreton was one of the Salon d'Automne a french art exhibit, founding members. His art can now be found in museums all over the world, including probably in your own house. The 19th century artists, have a legacy etched in time.

Here are five well-known works of Victor Charreton.

1. Paysage a Sant Amand.
2. Village in Snow.
3. Coastal View.
4. Le Hameau.
5. A Paris Street Scene.

Next time when you visit an art gallery and see any Victor Charreton painting on display then admire his work and notice the exquisiteness of his work especially the usage of colours and brush strokes.