Claude Monet (1840-1926) was a French painter and one of the key figures in the Impressionist movement. Born in Paris, Monet's artistic journey led him to become a pioneer in capturing the fleeting effects of light, color, and atmosphere in his paintings.Monet's early works were characterized by realistic depictions, but as he developed his style, he began to focus on the interplay of light and color. Along with other artists like Renoir and Degas, Monet challenged the traditional academic approach to art and sought to capture the immediacy of a moment. This marked the birth of Impressionism, a movement named after one of Monet's paintings, "Impression, Sunrise."One of Monet's most famous series of paintings is the "Water Lilies," where he depicted the water garden in his home in Giverny. These paintings show his fascination with the changing qualities of light and the reflections on water surfaces. He painted the same scenes repeatedly, capturing how they transformed with different lighting conditions and seasons.Monet's work often focused on landscapes, seascapes, and scenes of nature. His loose brushwork and emphasis on capturing the effects of light gave his paintings a sense of immediacy and vibrancy. He often painted en plein air (outdoors), which allowed him to directly observe and capture the natural world.As an artist who prioritized the sensory experience of color and light, Monet's work laid the foundation for later movements like Fauvism and even aspects of Abstract Expressionism. His influence has been felt throughout the art world, and his paintings continue to be celebrated for their innovation and beauty. Monet's legacy lives on through his revolutionary approach to capturing the world's visual impressions and his role in shaping the course of art history.
Measures 20 x 24 (image), 29.75 x 25.75 (framed).
Sold "after" Monet.
Oil on canvas.

Good condition. No major rips, tears, etc.