Japan’s (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume) (1876) by Claude Monet

Japan's (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume) - Claude Monet - 1876

Artwork Information

TitleJapan's (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume)
ArtistClaude Monet
Date1876
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions142.3 x 231.8 cm
Art MovementJaponism
Current LocationMuseum of Fine Arts (MFA), Boston, MA, US

About Japan's (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume)

The artwork, “Japan’s (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume)” by Claude Monet, is an oil on canvas painting from 1876 that is held in the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts. Measuring 142.3 x 231.8 cm, the piece is a portrait that exemplifies the art movement known as Japonism, which reflects the influence of Japanese art on European artists of the time.

The artwork depicts Camille Monet, the artist’s wife, draped in a vibrant red Japanese kimono richly adorned with floral patterns and gold embellishments. She holds an open fan delicately in her right hand, which complements the color and design of her exotic garment. The backdrop is a textured gray wall, adorned with an array of suspended Japanese fans of varying designs and sizes, contributing to the Oriental atmosphere of the scene. The painting captures the fascination with Japanese culture that permeated the European art world during the latter half of the 19th century, and it is particularly noted for its striking use of color, pattern, and the skillful representation of textiles and cultural motifs. Monet’s attention to detail in the folds of the kimono, the ornate decoration, and the fans in the backdrop conveys a deep appreciation for the aesthetic and craftsmanship of Japanese artifacts.

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