Claude Monet (1840-1926) was a renowned French painter and one of the founders of the Impressionist movement. He was born in Paris and developed a passion for art at a young age. Monet is best known for his landscape and outdoor scenes, particularly his series of paintings depicting water lilies, haystacks, and the Rouen Cathedral. Monet's style was characterized by his innovative use of light and color, capturing the transient and atmospheric effects of nature. He often painted en plein air, working directly from nature to capture the changing qualities of light and atmosphere. This approach, along with his loose brushwork and emphasis on capturing the essence of a scene rather than precise details, was highly influential and marked a departure from the more traditional artistic conventions of his time. Monet's most famous works include "Impression, Sunrise" (which inspired the name of the Impressionist movement), "Water Lilies," "Haystacks," "Rouen Cathedral Series," and "Japanese Bridge." His art had a profound impact on the development of modern art and continues to be celebrated for its beauty and innovative approach. Monet's paintings are widely exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, and his legacy as one of the greatest painters of all time remains influential to this day.
Measures 7.76 x 9.98

Verso is blank.
Mounted to archival quality paper.

Good condition. No rips, tears, creases.