The Encyclopedia of Claude Monet Paintings

Discover all the famous masterpieces painted by Claude Monet, the "Father of Impressionism"
The painting Claude Monet Pathway in Monet's Garden at Giverny
Subject: Paths and Trails
Water-Lilies 18 by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
The painting Claude Monet Impression Sunrise
Subject: Ships / Boats
The painting Claude Monet The Cliff Walk, Pourville
Subject: Bays, Inlets and Coves
The painting Impression, Sunrise
Subject: Seascapes
The painting Claude Monet Regatta at Argenteuil II
Subject: Ships / Boats
The painting Claude Monet San Giorgio Maggiore at Dusk
Subject: Coastal Villages and Towns
The painting Claude Monet The Bridge at Argenteuil
Subject: Ships / Boats
The painting Claude Monet Water-Lilies 54
Subject: Florals
A Stormy Sea by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Seascapes
Landscape at Vetheuil by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Pastures and Meadows
Seascape, Night Effect by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Seascapes
The painting Yachts at Argenteuil
Subject: Ships / Boats
Water-Lilies 55 by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
Water-Lilies 56 by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
The Flowered Garden by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Paths and Trails
The painting Vetheuil in Summer
Subject: Coastal Villages and Towns
The Rose Bush by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
Water-Lilies 47 by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
The painting Claude Monet Flowers at Vetheuil
Subject: Rivers, Creeks, and Canals
The painting Claude Monet The Water-Lily Pond 2
Subject: Bridges
The painting Field of Poppies at Argenteuil
Subject: Fields, Trees and Plants
Bouquet of Sunflowers by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
The painting Claude Monet Pleasure Boats at Argenteuil
Subject: Ships / Boats
The painting Claude Monet Water-Lilies 11
Subject: Florals
The Walk, Woman with a Parasol by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Mother and Child
Daisies by Claude Monet - Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction
Subject: Florals
The painting Claude Monet View of the Bay at Antibes and Maritime Alps
Subject: Bays, Inlets and Coves
Claude Monet

Claude Monet

(1840-1926)

Claude Monet, born on November 14, 1840, emerged as a luminary in the art world, leaving an indelible mark on the canvas of art history. From his early education in Paris and exposure to art at the Le Havre secondary school to his pivotal encounters with mentors like Eugène Boudin, Monet's early life laid the groundwork for a revolutionary artistic journey. His mastery of plein-air painting, learned under Boudin's guidance, marked a departure from traditional approaches and set the stage for the emergence of Impressionism.

The Impressionist movement found its name and inspiration in Monet's seminal work, "Impression, Sunrise," exhibited in 1872. This painting not only challenged artistic norms but also became the catalyst for a radical shift in the art world. Collaborating with fellow Impressionists such as Renoir, Sisley, and Bazille, Monet championed the immediacy of plein-air painting, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. His move to Argenteuil and Vétheuil, coupled with the development of series paintings like the iconic Water Lilies series, showcased his ability to capture the same subject under varying conditions, exploring the interplay of light and time.

The latter years of Monet's life, marked by a move to Giverny, were not without challenges. Struggles with cataracts posed visual impediments, but Monet's resilience led to a continued exploration of series paintings, including Haystacks and Water Lilies. His influence extended beyond Impressionism, shaping Post-Impressionist and Modernist movements. Monet's legacy endures in the enduring popularity of his works, exhibited in museums worldwide, and his impact on contemporary culture remains profound. From the birth of Impressionism to the gardens of Giverny, Claude Monet's life is a testament to the transformative power of art and the enduring legacy of a visionary artist.

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