Seine at Rouen
- Artist
- Claude Monet
- Date
- 1872
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Cityscape
- Location
- Hermitage Museum
Claude Monet's Seine at Rouen (1872) is an oil on canvas that exemplifies Impressionism. The painting captures a sunny cityscape along the Seine, depicting moored sailing boats near the quays of Rouen. Monet's loose brushwork and vibrant light effects create a lively, atmospheric scene that emphasizes the transient qualities of natural light and atmosphere, characteristic of Impressionist style. This work highlights Monet's mastery in portraying everyday moments and outdoor settings, emphasizing the fleeting impressions of a moment in time.
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