Charing Cross Bridge (study) 1901

Claude Monet's 1901 study "Charing Cross Bridge" exemplifies his Impressionist style. The painting, characterized by loose brushstrokes and a focus on light and atmosphere, captures the iconic London bridge in a fleeting moment. The soft blues and grays create a hazy, almost ethereal quality, suggesting the subtle shifts in light and weather that fascinated Monet. This Impressionist approach, prioritizing the artist's subjective perception, made Monet's work a cornerstone of modern art history.