The Petite Creuse River

Claude Monet

Created:
Movement:
1889
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist landscape, Atmospheric light
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Dimensions:
65.9 × 93.1 cm (25 15/16 × 36 5/8 in.); Framed: 83.2 × 109.9 × 7.3 cm (32 3/4 × 43 1/4 × 2 7/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Petite Creuse River by Claude Monet

The Petite Creuse River, painted by Claude Monet in 1889, exemplifies the artist's dedication to capturing the transient effects of light and atmosphere, a hallmark of the Impressionist movement. This oil on canvas work reflects Monet's fascination with natural landscapes and his ability to convey the serene beauty of rural France. During this period, Monet was increasingly focused on series paintings, exploring the same subject under varying conditions to study the interplay of light and color. The painting is significant for its contribution to the development of landscape painting, emphasizing the importance of plein air techniques. Monet's work during this time laid the groundwork for modernist explorations of perception and representation. As a leading figure in Impressionism, Monet's influence extended beyond his contemporaries, shaping the trajectory of 20th-century art.

Description of the work:

The Petite Creuse River by Claude Monet (1889)

Claude Monet's "The Petite Creuse River," painted in 1889, is an oil on canvas that exemplifies the Impressionist style through its vibrant depiction of the natural landscape along the Creuse River in France. The artwork captures the transient effects of light and atmosphere, characteristic of Monet's focus on plein air painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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The Petite Creuse River