Bibliograph

Claude Monet, the truth of nature, edited by Angelica Daneo, Christoph Heinrich, Michael Philipp, and Ortrud Westheider ; with contributions by Angelica Daneo [and eight others]

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Claude Monet, the truth of nature, edited by Angelica Daneo, Christoph Heinrich, Michael Philipp, and Ortrud Westheider ; with contributions by Angelica Daneo [and eight others]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Claude Monet

Nature of contents

catalogsbibliography

Responsibility statement

edited by Angelica Daneo, Christoph Heinrich, Michael Philipp, and Ortrud Westheider ; with contributions by Angelica Daneo [and eight others]

Sub title

the truth of nature

Summary

Capturing fleeting natural impressions played a central role in the art of Claude Monet (1840-1926). He deeply engaged with the landscape and light of different places, from the metropolis of Paris to the Seine villages of Argenteuil and Giverny. This lavishly illustrated volume explores the development of Monet's art from the 1850s to the 1920s, focusing on the places, both at home and on his frequent travels, from which he drew inspiration for his painting. In addition, the book traces the critical shift in Monet's art that occurred when he began to focus on series of the same subjects, such as grainstacks, poplars, and the water lilies and pond at his meticulously designed garden in Giverny. Insightful and revealing, the book deepens our appreciation of Monet's art and allows us to experience anew his gift for bringing the natural world to life

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