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Woman with a Parasol — Madame Monet and Her Son (The Walk)
- Original dimensions
- 82 x 100 cm
- Museum
- National Gallery of Art
- Year
- 1875
Scene depicted
This painting does not merely represent a family scene. It captures an essence: a subtle moment frozen in time. The woman, delicate under her parasol, suggests not only the presence of nature but also familial harmony. The shades of green and light reveal the elegance of the silhouette while evoking the embrace of nature.
Historical context
Year: 1875 |BRK| Museum: National Gallery of Art |BRK| Dimensions: 82 x 100 cm
Place in the artist's career
Woman with a Parasol , executed during a key moment in Monet's career, illustrates a decisive shift towards bolder compositions. This painting is positioned between other significant works such as “ Impression, Sunrise ” and “ The Water Lilies ”, showcasing his impactful evolution, both stylistically and emotionally.
Anecdote
Monet himself is said to have often remarked: “Light is everything for the artist; it can only be captured in the present moment.” It was on a gentle spring day, while walking with his wife and son, that inspiration struck him for this masterpiece . The light playing on the contours of his wife, Lena, and their son Jean, transformed into indescribable emotion on this canvas .