In 19th-century France, a generation of artists – Edgar Degas, Paul Cézanne, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Vincet van Gogh – pushed art in a bold new direction, painting in a dramatically different way from those before them and challenging traditional attitudes around art.

Impressionists on Paper shines a light on the pivotal role works on paper played in the history of art. Rather than merely preparatory sketches for paintings on canvas, these 70+ drawings, pastels and watercolours are works of art in their own right, showcasing the radical vision of these innovative artists.