1890
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Water Lilies is a 1890 oil by Claude Monet, a Impressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows a serene pond scene with water lilies floating on the surface. The colors are soft and muted, with shades of green, blue, and purple blending together. In the foreground, the water lilies are depicted in soft focus, giving the impression of a dreamy, ethereal quality. The background is a gentle blend of colors, with no sharp edges or defined shapes. The painting's soft, impressionistic style invites the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the pond. To learn more about this style, look up the technique of glazing.
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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