Water Lilies

Water Lilies by Claude Monet
Artist
Claude Monet
Date
1916 - 1919
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Flower painting
"Water Lilies" is a renowned series of approximately 250 flower painting by French Impressionism artist Claude Monet (1840–1926). These paintings capture his beloved flower garden at Giverny, serving as a central theme during the final 31 years of his artistic career. Despite battling cataracts, Monet masterfully rendered the tranquil water surface adorned with blooming lilies, emphasizing light and color. The series exemplifies Impressionist techniques, focusing on capturing fleeting moments and atmospheric effects, and remains influential in both visual art history.

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