The 9 by 5 Impression Exhibition

The 9 by 5 Impression Exhibition was an influential early 20th-century art show held in Vienna in 1902, featuring works by artists associated with the Vienna Secession movement. Named after the dimensions of many paintings (9 by 5 feet), the exhibition showcased innovative, modernist approaches emphasizing bold colors and expressive styles. It challenged traditional artistic standards of realism, promoting a break from academic art and embracing new, personal interpretations of form and emotion. The exhibition played a key role in advancing modernism in Austria and influenced future generations of artists.