A Flood at Giverny
- Original dimensions
- 92 x 73 cm
- Museum
- Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
- Year
- 1896
Scene depicted
This iconic painting, titled "A Flood in Giverny," depicts a poignant scene of nature in fury. The floodwaters gradually take over the gardens, creating a fascinating dialogue between the usual tranquility and the irresistible power of nature. The shimmering reflections on the water's surface capture an instant, inviting the viewer to feel the melancholic beauty of this natural disaster.
Historical context
Year: 1896 |BRK| Museum: Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek |BRK| Dimensions: 92 x 73 cm
Place in the artist's career
This painting stands as a significant milestone in Monet's career, demonstrating his evolution towards bolder compositions and luminous explorations. Situated in a period of maturity, "A Flood in Giverny" converses with other paintings , such as " Impression, Sunrise " and " The Water Lilies ", illustrating the relentless search for a pure essence through color and light.
Anecdote
“I seek to capture the ephemeral, to seize the fleeting moment when light dances on surfaces.” This phrase resonates like a mantra: one humid morning, as the discreet rays of the sun pierce the clouds, Monet is struck by the tragic beauty of the rising waters. This fleeting moment inspires his painting , thus revealing the full emotional power of the canvas .