Seascape, Night Effect 1866

"Seascape, Night Effect" (1866) by Claude Monet is a captivating depiction of a moonlit sea, with dark silhouettes of ships and a lighthouse emerging from the vast, cool blues of the sky and water. The artist’s characteristic loose brushstrokes and hazy atmosphere evoke a sense of mystery and the fleeting beauty of the natural world. This work is a prime example of Monet's early exploration of Impressionism, a style characterized by its emphasis on capturing light and movement, and its focus on fleeting, everyday moments.