Description
Claude Monet, a founder of French Impressionism, set the bar high with Flowers of Vetheuil painted in 1881. Looking back, this painting features some of the most remarkable applications of Impressionist techniques. From the tiny details that, while indistinct, perfectly give the sense of lush flowers, to the delicate brushstrokes that create striking skies at sunlight and water reflections, each and every detail of this stunning piece of art makes it clear why the Impressionist movement was such a game-changer for the art world. The use of the warm yellow, red and orange tones against a muted green background of grass and shrubbery, enhance the feeling of a warm day. Monet’s “Flowers at Vetheuil” is an exemplary piece from the period, and one that has a cheerful yet serene tone.
