Water Lilies
- Original dimensions
- 142.2 x 166.1 cm
- Museum
- Legion of Honor
- Year
- 1914
Scene depicted
The painting “Water Lilies” transports us to the edge of a pond, where the shimmering surface of the water reflects the sky and surrounding vegetation. The composition is dominated by blooming water lilies, floating delicately, while shadows dance under the sunlight. Each brushstroke evokes a harmony between earth and sky, a call to contemplation.
Historical context
Year: 1914 |BRK| Museum: Legion of Honor |BRK| Dimensions: 142.2 x 166.1 cm
Place in the artist's career
“Water Lilies” represents a pinnacle in Monet's career, illustrating the peak of his Impressionist style. By this time, he had already created other remarkable paintings , such as “ Impression, Sunrise ” and “ Women in the Garden ”, which testify to his technical and emotional evolution over the years. This masterpiece embodies the refinement of his artistic vision.
Anecdote
“I want to paint the lights and reflections, and make them come alive.” This simple phrase from Claude Monet resonates as a declaration of love for painting . One spring morning, while wandering through the gardens of Giverny, Monet was struck by the magic of the water lilies floating on the pond. This dazzling vision marked the beginning of his pictorial adventure, giving birth to a masterpiece of emotion.