Fisherman`s House in Petit-Ailly 1882

"Fisherman's House in Petit-Ailly" (1882) by Claude Monet is a classic example of Impressionist painting. The scene, a small house perched on a cliff overlooking the turbulent sea, is rendered with Monet's signature short, broken brushstrokes and vibrant colors. The light and movement of the water are captured with remarkable detail, demonstrating Monet's fascination with capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. The work exemplifies the Impressionist movement's emphasis on capturing the immediate visual experience and conveying the artist's subjective response to nature.