Charing Cross Bridge, The Thames 1903

Claude Monet’s *Charing Cross Bridge, The Thames* is a notable example of Impressionism. Painted in 1903, this piece captures the bridge and the River Thames in London as they appear through a veil of atmospheric haze. The soft, broken brushstrokes and the subtle color palette of blues, pinks, and yellows create a sense of light and movement, highlighting the fleeting nature of the scene. The indistinct forms of the bridge and the buildings create a sense of depth and distance, emphasizing the ethereal quality of the moment. Monet's fascination with light and its effects on color is evident in this painting, as he explores how sunlight transforms the landscape into a shimmering spectacle. This iconic work represents the artist’s shift towards a more abstract style, a defining characteristic of his later career.