Water Lilies
- Artist
- Claude Monet
- Date
- 1897 - 1899
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Flower painting
Water Lilies< /p> is a remarkable series of approximately 250 flower painting by French Impressionism master Claude Monet (1840–1926). These exquisite Water Lilies depict his beloved garden at Giverny and reflect Monet's innovative approach to capturing light and atmosphere. Created during the last 31 years of his life, many of these paintings were produced while Monet struggled with cataracts, which subtly influenced his vibrant color palette. The series exemplifies Monet's dedication to exploring the natural world through the lens of Impressionism, emphasizing fleeting moments and sensory perception rather than precise detail.