The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil

Édouard Manet

Created:
Movement:
1874
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist garden scene; Family portrait.
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Dimensions:
24 x 39 1/4 in. (61 x 99.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil

Édouard Manet painted "The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil" in 1874, employing oil on canvas to capture a serene domestic scene. This work is significant as it reflects the close relationship between Manet and Claude Monet, two pivotal figures in the Impressionist movement. The painting illustrates Manet's transition from his earlier, more formal style to a lighter, more spontaneous approach influenced by Monet and other Impressionists. The depiction of Monet's family in their garden highlights the Impressionists' focus on modern life and the effects of natural light. Manet's choice to paint en plein air, or outdoors, aligns with the Impressionist emphasis on capturing the immediacy of the moment. This work contributes to the broader narrative of Impressionism, showcasing the interplay between personal relationships and artistic innovation during this period.

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The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil

Édouard Manet's 1874 painting, "The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil," is an oil on canvas that captures the Impressionist style through its loose brushwork and vibrant depiction of light. The artwork portrays Claude Monet's family in their garden, reflecting the intimate and leisurely aspects of domestic life in the late 19th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Monet Family in Their Garden at Argenteuil