Mount Kolsaas in Norway
- Original dimensions
- 100 x 65 cm
- Museum
- Marmottan Monet Museum
- Year
- 1895
Scene depicted
In this pictorial work , Monet embraces the very essence of nature: Mont Kolsaas rises majestically, surrounded by bright skies and peaceful reflections. This composition evokes a suspended moment where serenity and grandeur meet, immersing the viewer in an idyllic universe cradled by the whisper of the wind, the song of birds, and the gentle glow of the sun breaking through the clouds.
Historical context
Year: 1895 |BRK| Museum: Marmottan Monet Museum |BRK| Dimensions: 100 x 65 cm
Place in the artist's career
The Mont Kolsaas in Norway is situated at a turning point in Monet's career, marking the peak of his exploration of landscapes. Alongside other masterpieces such as Impression, Sunrise and The Water Lilies , this painting reflects the evolution of his style, transitioning from more realistic visions to a luminous abstraction, where color and light become the true subjects.
Anecdote
“Every morning, the light dances on the snowy peaks, transporting me into a symphony of colors.” This quote could summarize Monet's state of mind as he stood before the majesty of Mont Kolsaas. Imagine him one spring morning, the fresh air filled with the scents of the sea breeze, his canvas ready to capture that fleeting light that seems to celebrate nature itself.