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Jean Monet (1867-1913) on his hobby horse
- Original dimensions
- 74.3 x 60.6 cm
- Museum
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Year
- 1872
Scene depicted
This pictorial work depicts Jean Monet, the artist's son, flourishing on his steed. Through his brushstrokes, Monet conveys an atmosphere of freedom and complicity, inviting the viewer to feel the communion between the child and his horse, in a burst of vibrant colors and soft light.
Historical context
Year: 1872 |BRK| Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art |BRK| Dimensions: 74.3 x 60.6 cm
Place in the artist's career
Jean Monet (1867-1913) on his Hobby Horse is situated at a pivotal time in Monet's career. It is a masterpiece that illustrates his transition from a rigorous approach to a creative celebration of fleeting moments. Alongside “ Impression, Sunrise ” and “ The Water Lilies ”, this painting reveals the emotional and technical evolution of the artist, showcasing an uncommon familial tenderness.
Anecdote
“Light is my brush, the sun my palette.” This quote resonates, evoking the moment when Claude Monet comes alive in front of his horse, one spring morning. This painting, a moment frozen in time, is imbued with a delicate tenderness that captures the simple joy of the artist.