Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect

Claude Monet

Created:
Movement:
1903
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist Atmosphere, Luminous Haze
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Dimensions:
65.7 × 101 cm (25 7/8 × 39 3/4 in.); Framed: 88.9 × 123.2 × 10.8 cm (35 × 48 1/2 × 4 1/4 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Claude Monet's "Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect" (1903)

Claude Monet, a pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement, created "Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect" in 1903, utilizing oil on canvas to capture the ephemeral qualities of light and atmosphere. This painting is part of a series where Monet explored the effects of changing light and weather on the same subject, a hallmark of his artistic inquiry into perception and reality. The work exemplifies Monet's fascination with London's fog and the interplay of sunlight, which he meticulously studied during his visits to the city. Monet's technique of using loose brushstrokes and a vibrant palette in this series significantly influenced the development of modern art by emphasizing the subjective experience of the viewer. The "Waterloo Bridge" series, including this piece, underscores Monet's commitment to capturing the transient beauty of nature, a theme that resonated throughout his career. Monet's innovative approach to color and light continues to be celebrated for its profound impact on the trajectory of 20th-century art.

Description of the work:

Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect by Claude Monet

Created in 1903, Claude Monet's "Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Impressionist style through its focus on light and atmospheric conditions. The artwork captures the ethereal quality of sunlight filtering through the mist over London's Waterloo Bridge, highlighting Monet's fascination with the interplay of light and color.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect