The Pyramids of Port Coton, Belle-Ile-en-Mer 1886

Claude Monet's "The Pyramids of Port Coton, Belle-Ile-en-Mer" (1886) is a captivating example of Impressionism, showcasing the artist's fascination with light and its effect on water. The painting depicts a series of craggy rock formations emerging from the churning, turquoise sea, creating a dynamic composition that evokes a sense of movement and energy. The artist's distinctive brushstrokes, capturing the shifting reflections of sunlight on the water, give the scene a vibrant and shimmering quality, characteristic of the Impressionist movement.