Meadow with Haystacks near Giverny 1885

Claude Monet's "Meadow with Haystacks near Giverny" (1885) is a quintessential example of Impressionism. The painting captures the fleeting effects of light and color on a rural landscape, with soft brushstrokes depicting haystacks in a field against a backdrop of trees. The Impressionist style, known for its focus on capturing the immediate sensory experience, is evident in Monet's depiction of the dappled sunlight filtering through the foliage and the subtle shifts in color across the meadow. The painting evokes a sense of tranquility and immersion in the beauty of the natural world.