Rouen Cathedral, West Facade, Noon 1894

Claude Monet's "Rouen Cathedral, West Facade, Noon" (1894) is an Impressionist masterpiece that exemplifies the artist's fascination with capturing fleeting moments of light and color. The painting is part of a series of over 30 canvases depicting the Rouen Cathedral at different times of day, showcasing the ever-changing effects of sunlight on the stone facade. The cathedral, rendered in a haze of blue, yellow, and white brushstrokes, appears almost translucent, dissolving into the surrounding atmosphere. This work is considered a landmark in Impressionist art and a testament to Monet's innovative approach to depicting light and form.