Early Life and Career
Claude Oscar Monet, a French painter, was born on November 14, 1840, in Le Havre, Normandy. He was the second son of Claude Adolphe Monet and Louise Justine Aubrée Monet. Monet's interest in art began at an early age, and he received his first drawing lessons from Jacques-François Ochard.
Artistic Style and Technique
Monet's ambition to document the French countryside led to a method of painting the same scene many times to capture the changing light and passing seasons. This technique is evident in his series of
haystacks (1890–1891),
paintings of Rouen Cathedral (1892–1894), and
water lilies in his garden in Giverny, which occupied him for the last 20 years of his life.
Notable Works and Exhibitions
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Claude Monet: Cap Martin (Oil On Canvas,) [https://WahooArt.com/@@/8XX5RS](https://WahooArt.com/@@/8XX5RS)
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Claude Monet: Road to the Saint-Simeon Farm (National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo, Japan, Oil On Canvas,) [https://WahooArt.com/@@/8YDRVY](https://WahooArt.com/@@/8YDRVY)
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Claude Monet: Val de Falaise (Impressionism, Oil) [https://WahooArt.com/@@/8EWEMH](https://WahooArt.com/@@/8EWEMH)
Museums and Collections
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Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris, France, houses an impressive collection of Impressionist paintings, including some of the most famous works by Claude Monet. [https://WahooArt.com/@@/A@D3C3PX](https://WahooArt.com/@@/A@D3C3PX)
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Musée des Beaux-Arts in Le Havre, France, features a collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, including works by Claude Monet. [https://WahooArt.com/Art.nsf/O/A@D3AUND](https://WahooArt.com/Art.nsf/O/A@D3AUND)
Legacy
Monet's influence on the development of modern art is undeniable. His innovative techniques and dedication to capturing the beauty of nature have made him one of the most celebrated artists in history.
- View more works by Claude Oscar Monet at [https://WahooArt.com/@/Claude-Oscar-Monet](https://WahooArt.com/@/Claude-Oscar-Monet)
- Discover the Impressionist Masterpieces at Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris, France
- Explore the collection of Musée des Beaux-Arts in Le Havre, France
- Learn more about Claude Monet's life and work on [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Monet](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Monet)
Monet's legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts around the world.