Water Lilies

"Water Lilies" is a renowned series of approximately 250 flower painting oil works by the French Impressionist Claude Monet (1840–1926). These paintings capture his garden at Giverny, showcasing his mastery in depicting the luminous quality of water and floral beauty. Created over the last 31 years of his life, many of the works were painted while Monet suffered from cataracts, which adds a unique softness and shifting perception to the series. "Water Lilies" exemplifies Monet’s focus on capturing fleeting moments and the effects of light, making it a cornerstone of Impressionist art.