Houses of Parliament

Claude Monet's Impressionism series titled Houses of Parliament captures multiple views of the Palace of Westminster along the Thames River, created between 1899 and 1901. Monet painted nearly 100 oil paintings from a consistent viewpoint at St Thomas' Hospital, overlooking the river, with each piece reflecting different times of day and weather conditions. These works emphasize the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, characteristic of Cityscape art. The paintings showcase Monet’s mastery in portraying the ephemeral beauty of London’s iconic Parliament building, demonstrating his innovative approach to capturing the "impression" of a scene rather than detailed realism.