Artwork

Waterlilies

Waterlilies, by Claude Monet, oil, 1907
Waterlilies, by Claude Monet, oil, 1907

Waterlilies is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Claude Monet. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Musée Marmottan Monet.

About this work

Overview

Waterlilies is an oil painting by Claude Monet, created in 1907 and currently held at the Musée Marmottan Monet.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene pond scene with water lilies on the surface, surrounded by dark greenery and bathed in a warm, golden light, evoking a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and visible texture, the painting features a muted color palette dominated by shades of green, brown, and gold.

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 Waterlilies?

Waterlilies was painted by Claude Monet in 1907.

Where can I see Waterlilies?

Waterlilies is held by Musée Marmottan Monet.

What movement is Waterlilies?

Waterlilies is associated with Impressionism.