Rouen Cathedral, evening, harmony in brown 1894

Claude Monet's "Rouen Cathedral, evening, harmony in brown" (1894) is a captivating Impressionist painting that showcases the artist's fascination with light and its effect on the facade of Rouen Cathedral. Using thick, visible brushstrokes and a limited palette of browns, Monet captures the soft, ethereal glow of the setting sun, blurring the details of the architectural masterpiece. The painting is part of a series of over 30 canvases depicting the cathedral at different times of day, a testament to Monet's commitment to capturing fleeting moments in nature. This particular work, "Rouen Cathedral, evening, harmony in brown," exemplifies Monet's mastery of the Impressionist style and his profound interest in light and color.