Parisian art salons

Parisian art salons were prestigious exhibitions held in Paris, particularly from the 18th to the 19th centuries, showcasing artworks to the public and art critics. Organized by the Académie des Beaux-Arts, these salons served as key platforms for emerging and established artists to display their work. Major events, like the Salon de Paris, influenced artistic trends and careers, impacting movements such as Romanticism and Impressionism. While they celebrated traditional art forms, they also sparked debates about modernity and innovation, ultimately shaping the course of art history in France and beyond.