The Isle Grande-Jatte 1878

Claude Monet's "The Isle Grande-Jatte" (1878) is a plein air painting that showcases the artist's signature Impressionist style. This artwork is characterized by visible brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the fleeting effects of light and color, specifically on the subject of a riverbank with trees, water and a glimpse of buildings in the distance. Monet's use of short, dabs of color helps create a sense of movement and vibrancy, giving the impression of the scene as it would have appeared to the naked eye.