Water Lilies
- Artist
- Claude Monet
- Date
- 1907
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Flower painting
Claude Monet's Water Lilies (1907) is a masterful example of his Impressionism style, capturing the serene beauty of his garden pond at Giverny. Comprising numerous flower paintings, these works emphasize the play of light and color, often with loose brushwork that conveys fleeting impressions of nature. Monet created around 250 flower paintings during this period, many while suffering from cataracts, which subtly influenced his perception and technique. Water Lilies exemplify his dedication to capturing the harmony and transience of natural scenes through innovative Impressionist methods.