Water Lily Pond

Claude Monet

Item Number: 29663

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Claude Monet's Water Lily Pond (1899) is a masterpiece that exemplifies the peace and beauty of nature through the lens of Impressionism. Created in his beloved garden at Giverny, the picture shows a ...

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Features “Water Lily Pond” by Claude Monet
Main Features
Author
Color
Green, Blue, Pink, Yellow, White
Tags
Monet, Nature, Water, Flowers, Reflection
Main Features
Alternate Titles
Nymphéas
Art Movement
Impressionism
Historical Events
Impressionist Movement
Visual and Stylistic Elements
Brushwork/Texture
Smooth And Reflective
Focal Point
The Reflective Water Surface
Light Source
Diffused Natural Light
Objects
Water Lilies , Pond , Japanese Bridge , Plants
Orientation
Horizontal
Perspective
Aerial Perspective
Original Masterpiece Features
Condition/Restoration History
Well-Preserved
Creation Process
Oil On Canvas
Inscriptions/Signatures
Signed By Monet
Patron/Commissioner
None
Provenance
Musée Marmottan Monet
Influences and Related Works
Influences
Impressionism
Related Works
Japanese Bridge
Exhibition and Market Information
Auction Price
Not For Sale
Criticism & Reception
One Of The Most Famous Water Lily Paintings
Cultural Significance
Represents Monet’s Mastery Of Reflection
Current Owner
Musée Marmottan Monet
Exhibition History
Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris
Insurance Value
Priceless
Market Trends
High Demand
Public Domain Status
Public Domain
Reproductions
Frequent Reproductions
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Description “Water Lily Pond” by Claude Monet

Claude Monet's Water Lily Pond (1899) is a masterpiece that exemplifies the peace and beauty of nature through the lens of Impressionism. Created in his beloved garden at Giverny, the picture shows a Japanese-style bridge delicately crossing a water-lily-filled pond. This piece demonstrates Monet's lifelong interest in light, reflection, and mood and displays his close relationship with his garden, which he reportedly called his "greatest masterpiece."

The composition draws viewers into a dreamlike world, with vibrant greens and blues dominating the palette. The water and light interact almost abstractly as the pond reflects the sky and surrounding flora. The historic bridge, painted in sombre tones, offers serenity and reflection as both a literal and symbolic crossing point. Monet's meticulously designed garden adds another layer of ingenuity to the painting. Each element of the environment was carefully cultivated to achieve the right blend of artistic and natural beauty.

Monet was shifting away from realistic detail and towards abstraction when he created this series, focussing instead on capturing the transitory nature of light on water. Water Lily Pond is more than just a garden; it is an immersive meditation on nature's transformative powers. It appeals to people of all ages because it illustrates the timeless relationship between human creativity and the beauty of nature.


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“Monet created his subject, then painted it.” Paul Hayes Tucker

“The pond is his greatest creation.” Daniel Wildenstein

“Japan came to Normandy through Monet.” John House

“Garden and painting are one.” Gustave Geffroy

“The water lily pond is paradise.” Robert Gordon

#1. Japanese Inspiration. The bridge design was inspired by Japanese gardens.

#2. Living Artwork. Monet designed the garden as an artwork to paint.

#3. Obsessive Subject. Monet painted this subject hundreds of times.

#4. Tourist Destination. Giverny is now a major tourist attraction.

#5. Restored Garden. The garden has been carefully restored and maintained.