intimism

 
Pronunciation: /ˈɪntɪmɪz(ə)m/

noun

[mass noun]
  • a style of painting showing intimate views of domestic interiors using Impressionist techniques, used by artists such as Bonnard in the early 20th century.

Derivatives

intimist

adjective & noun

Origin:

early 20th century: from French intimisme, from Latin intimus 'innermost'