André Bapst: A Pioneer of Impressionism and Artistic Legacy André Bapst (1856-1935) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of French art, particularly recognized for his contributions to Impressionism and his enduring influence on subsequent generations of painters. Born in Paris on February 8, 1856, into a family steeped in artistic tradition – his father Paul-Alfred Bapst was the last jeweler to the crown – André’s upbringing fos…