Camille on the Beach 1871

"Camille on the Beach" is an oil on canvas painting by Claude Monet, completed in 1871. The work depicts Monet's wife, Camille Doncieux, standing on a beach in a pale yellow dress, a common theme in the artist's work. Monet's Impressionistic style is evident in the loose brushstrokes and the focus on capturing the fleeting effects of light. The background, with its washes of blue and gray, evokes the atmosphere of a cloudy seaside day. The painting is a testament to Monet's fascination with capturing the essence of a moment in time.