With a one-of-a-kind style and a pioneering approach to painting,Claude Monetis renowned as an influential Impressionist figure.
Throughout his successful career as an artist, Monet created over 2,500 works.
These pieces span various mediums, including paintings, pastels, and drawings.
They also explore an array of subjects, from his picturesquegarden in Givernyto idyllic landscapes in France.
Today, these compositions are considered modern masterpieces.
With a focus on light and color, the piece portrays a hazy sunrise’s effects on the water.
“Self-portrait with a Beret,” 1886 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
This exhibition provided a prominent platform for the movement and introduced the public toImpression, Sunrise.
My garden, he famously said, is my most beautiful masterpiece.
The paintings were completed at numerous points throughout the day and year, and during different weather conditions.
“Impression, Sunrise,” 1872 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
In each piece, Parliament is portrayed as a shadowy silhouette.
With animated brushstrokes and an energetic composition, the painting was likely completed outdoors.
The richness I achieve comes from nature, Monet explained, the source of my inspiration.
“The Japanese Bridge (The Water-Lily Pond),” 1897-1899 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“Water Lilies,” 1906 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“Grainstacks in the Sunlight, Morning Effect,” 1890 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“London Houses of Parliament (The Sun Shining Through the Fog),” 1904 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“Rouen Cathedral: The Portal (Sunlight),” 1894 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“Woman with a Parasol,” 1875 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“Poppy Field,” 1873 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
“The Saint-Lazare Station,” 1877 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)
