Park Monceau 1878

"Park Monceau" is an oil painting by Claude Monet depicting a scene in the Parisian park. The painting, which was created in 1878, is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City. Monet captures the dappled light filtering through the trees, highlighting the figures of Parisians enjoying a leisurely afternoon. The loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors characteristic of Impressionism are evident in this piece, especially in the depiction of foliage. This painting exemplifies the Impressionist movement's focus on capturing fleeting moments of light and color, as well as the vibrancy of modern Parisian life.