The Water Lily Pond, Green Reflections
- Original dimensions
- 425 x 200 cm
- Museum
- Emil G. Bührle Foundation and Collection
- Year
- 1923
Scene depicted
In this painting , Monet transports us to the edge of his water garden, where the water lilies float peacefully. Revealing a subtle play of light on vibrant green hues, he captures an atmosphere of serenity and tranquility. The reflections on the barely touched surface of the water evoke a symphony of colors that resonate with the surrounding nature.
Historical context
Year: 1923 |BRK| Museum: Emil G. Bührle Foundation and Collection |BRK| Dimensions: 425 x 200 cm
Place in the artist's career
The Water Lily Pond, Green Reflections marks a period of maturity in Monet's career, illustrating his technical and emotional evolution. It stands alongside other paintings such as “ Impression, Sunrise ” and “ Water Lilies ,” showcasing a deepening of his artistic quest around light and water, two elements dear to him, revealing his undeniable mastery.
Anecdote
Monet once stated: “I strive to capture light and its magic, like a caress on the skin of a summer morning.” It is this desire to capture the evanescence of reflections and colors that inspired the creation of The Water Lily Pond, Green Reflections . In the tranquility of the gardens of Giverny , on a gentle morning, he observed the water lilies dancing on the water, their enveloping beauty signaling a return to the essence of nature.