Water Lily Pond 1900

"Water Lily Pond" (1900) by Claude Monet is a quintessential example of Impressionism, a style that emerged in 19th-century France. Monet's fascination with the effects of light and color, particularly in nature, is evident in this painting. The gentle brushstrokes, often described as "broken color," and the soft, diffused light create a sense of movement and atmosphere, capturing the fleeting beauty of the water lilies and the Japanese bridge in Monet's garden at Giverny. Monet's repeated depictions of his garden became a defining theme in his later career, emphasizing his connection to nature and the passage of time.