Impression, Sunrise

Claude Monet

Created:

Movement:

1872

Impressionism

key Notes:

Atmospheric Light, Harbor Scene

Dimensions:

48 cm × 63 cm

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Beginner

New game

story of the work:

"Impression, Sunrise" by Claude Monet, painted in 1872, depicts the port of Le Havre at sunrise and is renowned for its loose brushwork and emphasis on light and atmosphere. This painting is credited with inspiring the term "Impressionism" after a critic used it derisively, marking a pivotal moment in the development of the Impressionist movement.

Description of the work:

"Impression, Sunrise" by Claude Monet, measuring 48 cm by 63 cm, depicts the port of Le Havre at dawn, characterized by its loose brushwork and a palette dominated by blues and oranges. The painting features a central orange sun reflecting on the water, with indistinct forms of boats and figures, exemplifying the nascent Impressionist movement's emphasis on capturing transient effects of light and atmosphere.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Manually Sourced

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