House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville

Claude Monet

Created:
Movement:
1882
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionistic landscape, coastal architecture.
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville by Claude Monet

Claude Monet, a pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement, painted "House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville" in 1882 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Monet's fascination with capturing the transient effects of light and atmosphere, a hallmark of his artistic style. The painting depicts the rugged coastline of Varengeville, a location in Normandy that Monet visited frequently, drawn by its dramatic landscapes and changing weather conditions. Monet's choice of subject matter and technique in this painting reflects his commitment to plein air painting, which was revolutionary at the time. The work contributes to the broader Impressionist movement by emphasizing the importance of perception and the artist's immediate experience of nature. Monet's influence extends beyond his lifetime, as he laid the groundwork for modernist explorations of color and form.

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House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville by Claude Monet

Created in 1882, Claude Monet's "House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Impressionist style through its loose brushwork and emphasis on capturing the transient effects of light. The artwork depicts a coastal scene in Varengeville-sur-Mer, France, highlighting Monet's fascination with the interplay between natural landscapes and human structures.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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House of the Customs Officer, Varengeville