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Path in the Wheat at Pourville

Path in the Wheat at Pourville, by Claude Monet, oil, 1892
Path in the Wheat at Pourville, by Claude Monet, oil, 1892

Path in the Wheat at Pourville is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Claude Monet. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Denver Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Path in the Wheat at Pourville is an oil painting by Claude Monet, created in 1892. It is part of the Denver Art Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape: a light brown path traverses a golden wheat field, leading to a cliff overlooking the blue sea under a sky with white clouds. Trees flank the path, while the cliff is dotted with green grass and bushes.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Monet's characteristic attention to capturing light and color.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Claude Monet

Artist

Claude Monet

Oscar-Claude Monet was a French painter and founder of Impressionism who is seen as a key precursor to modernism, especially in his attempts to paint nature as he perceived it.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Path in the Wheat at Pourville?

Path in the Wheat at Pourville was painted by Claude Monet in 1892.

Where can I see Path in the Wheat at Pourville?

Path in the Wheat at Pourville is held by Denver Art Museum.

What movement is Path in the Wheat at Pourville?

Path in the Wheat at Pourville is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Path in the Wheat at Pourville?

Museum-quality prints of Path in the Wheat at Pourville are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.