Apples and Grapes

Claude Monet

Created:
Movement:
1880
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist still life Vibrant color palette
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Dimensions:
66.5 × 82.5 cm (26 3/16 × 32 1/2 in.); Framed: 88 × 103.9 × 10.2 cm (34 5/8 × 40 7/8 × 4 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Claude Monet's "Apples and Grapes" (1880)

"Apples and Grapes" is an oil on canvas painting created by Claude Monet in 1880, exemplifying his mastery in capturing the subtleties of light and color. This work reflects Monet's transition from the earlier Impressionist style to a more refined approach, focusing on still life subjects. The painting showcases Monet's ability to infuse everyday objects with a sense of vibrancy and life, a hallmark of his artistic evolution during this period. Monet, a leading figure in the Impressionist movement, was known for his innovative techniques that emphasized the effects of natural light. His work significantly influenced the trajectory of modern art, encouraging artists to explore new perspectives and techniques. "Apples and Grapes" remains a testament to Monet's enduring legacy and his contribution to the development of Impressionism.

Description of the work:

Apples and Grapes by Claude Monet

Created in 1880, Claude Monet's "Apples and Grapes" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Impressionist style with its loose brushwork and vibrant color palette. The artwork depicts a still life arrangement of fruit, capturing the play of light and shadow typical of Monet's approach to natural subjects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Apples and Grapes