Living with Pheasants and Flowers
- Original dimensions
- 35.5 x 26.75 cm
- Museum
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
- Year
- 1879
Scene depicted
The painting “Living with Pheasants and Flowers” depicts a serene scene where pheasants move amidst a tangle of vibrant flowers. The harmony that emanates from this pictorial work testifies to Monet's fascination with nature and how colors, shapes, and light intertwine. A captivating composition, where each element seems free to express itself in a fascinating visual dialogue.
Historical context
Year: 1879 |BRK| Museum: Minneapolis Institute of Art |BRK| Dimensions: 35.5 x 26.75 cm
Place in the artist's career
This painting is part of a period of artistic maturity for Monet, alongside his masterpieces such as “ Impression, Sunrise ” and “ Water Lilies .” While these paintings showcase his mastery of light, “Living with Pheasants and Flowers” explores a new facet of his sensitivity; the harmonious relationship between fauna and flora, captured with the same passion that would define his journey.
Anecdote
“Nature is my light, which speaks to me in colors.” This quote resonates as Monet drew inspiration from a spring morning when the brilliance of the pheasants and the splendor of the flowers mingled in his mind. This painting thus becomes a reflection of a moment of wonder and sweetness captured for eternity.