Amsterdam in the Snow 1874

"Amsterdam in the Snow" is an 1874 painting by Claude Monet. It depicts the cityscape of Amsterdam, Netherlands, blanketed in snow and a hazy, pale sky. The composition is dominated by a vast expanse of frozen canal, with boats and figures scattered across the foreground. This painting showcases Monet's early exploration of Impressionism, using loose brushstrokes and a focus on capturing fleeting atmospheric effects. The work exhibits his signature use of color and light, particularly the soft, pale hues of the snow and the subtly shifting tones of the sky.