Water Lilies

Water Lilies is a renowned series of approximately 250 flower painting oil works by French Impressionism artist Claude Monet (1840–1926). These paintings vividly capture his tranquil flower garden at Giverny, where Monet focused much of his late artistic career over the final 31 years of his life. Despite battling cataracts, Monet’s skillful use of light and color creates immersive, shimmering reflections on the water’s surface. His Water Lilies series exemplifies the essence of Impressionism, emphasizing perception and atmosphere over detailed realism, and remains a cornerstone of Monet’s artistic legacy.