Artwork

Day lilies

Day lilies, by Claude Monet, oil, 1916
Day lilies, by Claude Monet, oil, 1916

Day lilies is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Claude Monet. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Musée Marmottan Monet.

About this work

Overview

Day lilies is an oil painting by Claude Monet, created in 1916. It is now held at the Musée Marmottan Monet.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a floral arrangement, with a prominent plant featuring long green leaves and vibrant orange flowers. The flowers are the main focus, with surrounding leaves and stems adding depth and texture.

Technique & Style

The background is characterized by visible brushstrokes and a mix of pink, blue, and brown hues. The colors used are generally muted, contributing to an overall effect of serenity and calmness.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Claude Monet

Artist

Claude Monet

Oscar-Claude Monet was born in Paris on November 14, 1840, and raised from the age of five in Le Havre, where he began selling charcoal caricatures as a teenager.

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