Artist: Claude Monet
Style: Impressionism
Date: 1894
Claude Monet, the father of Impressionism, created a series of paintings featuring the iconic Rouen Cathedral in Normandy, France. The series, made between 1892 and 1894, showcases the cathedral's façade at different times of the day and year, reflecting changes in its appearance under various lighting conditions.
The Impressionist Masterpiece
Claude Monet: The Rouen Cathedral (Impressionism, Oil) is a remarkable piece of art that highlights Monet's innovative idea of creating Series paintings devoted to a single theme or subject. With the repetitious study of the subject at different times of day, Monet's paintings showcase the effects of sunlight, time, and weather through color and contrast.
The Rouen Cathedral: A Challenging Subject
Painting the cathedral was a challenging task for Monet. He had to capture the intricate details of the façade while also conveying the changing light and atmosphere. Despite the difficulties, Monet's series is considered one of his most significant contributions to Impressionism.
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