The Seashore at Sainte-Adresse 1864

"The Seashore at Sainte-Adresse" is an oil painting by Claude Monet created in 1864. The artwork depicts a serene coastal scene with a sandy beach, a rocky outcropping, and a distant cityscape. It captures the subtle nuances of light and color, a hallmark of Monet's later Impressionist style. The painting’s focus on capturing the fleeting effects of light on a landscape is a defining characteristic of Impressionism, a movement that sought to represent the subjective experience of reality rather than a strictly photographic rendering. This painting exemplifies Monet's early artistic development, showcasing his fascination with the natural world and his innovative techniques.