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Nymphéas, by Claude Monet, oil, 1915

Nymphéas

Claude Monet

1915

oil

canvas

From the collection of Musée Marmottan Monet

Dominant colour

Overview

Nymphéas is a 1915 oil by Claude Monet, a Impressionism work, held at Musée Marmottan Monet.

Who painted this?
Claude Monet
When & what style?
1915 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Musée Marmottan Monet

About this work

This painting shows a serene water scene with lily pads floating on the surface. The water is depicted in shades of blue and green, with subtle reflections of light. In the background, a few trees and plants are visible, but they are not the main focus of the painting. The brushstrokes are soft and gentle, giving the painting a dreamy quality. The overall effect is one of calmness and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of Claude Monet.

About the artist

Portrait of Claude Monet
Artist

Claude Monet

Oscar-Claude Monet was born in Paris on November 14, 1840, and raised from the age of five in Le Havre, where he began selling charcoal caricatures as a teenager.

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