Claude Monet
Impressionist painter and founder
Born
November 14th, 1840
184 years ago
Died
December 5th, 1926
98 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A French painter contributed significantly to the development of Impressionism. Started the movement with the painting 'Impression, Sunrise', which depicted the effects of light in natural settings. Focused on capturing moments and the essence of the natural world through bold color and loose brushwork. His series of paintings, including 'Water Lilies' and 'Haystacks', explored the same subjects under different lighting conditions and times of day. Established a distinct style that diverged from traditional forms and emphasized the importance of perception.
Developed the Impressionist style
Painted 'Impression, Sunrise'
Created the 'Water Lilies' series
Pioneered the use of light in painting
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