Three Trees in Grey Weather 1891

Claude Monet painted ‘Three Trees in Grey Weather’ using oil on canvas. The prevailing atmosphere is established through the use of soft, muted tones, setting a contemplative mood. The trees stand vertically, their forms softened, almost dissolving into the misty background. Monet’s use of broken brushstrokes challenges traditional representation. The structural integrity of the scene relies not on precise outlines but on the interplay of light and color. This technique aligns with the broader Impressionist movement, which sought to capture the fleeting essence of a scene rather than its solid form. Here, color and light are not secondary; they define the subject itself. The overall composition destabilizes the conventional landscape, inviting us to reconsider how we perceive form and space. By focusing on ephemeral atmospheric conditions, Monet shifts our attention from the tangible to the transient, underscoring the subjective nature of perception. This re-evaluation of form and perception remains a compelling aspect of Monet's artistic project.