Madame Monet 1872

"Madame Monet" is a painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir from 1872, currently housed in the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum in Lisbon, Portugal. The Impressionist painting depicts Camille Monet, wife of the artist Claude Monet, in a relaxed pose on a couch, captured in loose brushstrokes and soft, blended colors, characteristic of Renoir's style. The work showcases the Impressionist fascination with capturing fleeting moments and everyday life, with a focus on light and color. The painting is a testament to Renoir's mastery of capturing the essence of a subject, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.