Water Lilies

Water Lilies

by Claude Monet

LandscapeModernImpressionism

Year

1906

Medium

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

89.9 cm × 94.1 cm

Region

French

About This Artwork

Monet's Water Lilies series comprises around 250 oil paintings depicting the flower garden at his home in Giverny. This series occupies a central place in the history of modern art, anticipating abstract expressionism with its focus on surface and colour over subject matter. The paintings convey a sense of peace and timelessness, with the pond's surface becoming a mirror of sky, clouds, and vegetation.
A meditation on light and reflection — Monet's beloved pond becomes an infinite abstract surface of shimmering colour.
Claude Monet is a renowned artist known for their exceptional contributions to the Impressionism movement. Their works are celebrated for their innovative approach and masterful technique, making them one of the most influential figures in art history.
This artwork was created during the Modern period, a significant time in art history that saw major developments in artistic expression and technique. The Impressionism movement emerged during this era, characterized by its distinctive style and revolutionary approach to art.
Built with v0