Seacoast at Saint-Adresse, Sunset (1864) by Claude Monet

Seacoast at Saint-Adresse, Sunset - Claude Monet - 1864

Artwork Information

TitleSeacoast at Saint-Adresse, Sunset
ArtistClaude Monet
Date1864
Art MovementImpressionism

About Seacoast at Saint-Adresse, Sunset

The painting “Seacoast at Saint-Adresse, Sunset” by Claude Monet dates back to 1864 and is an exemplar of the Impressionism movement. The work fits into the landscape genre and captures a coastal scene during sunset.

The artwork depicts a sweeping view of the sea at the time of sunset with hues of orange and yellow dominating the sky, which is reflected subtly in the water. There’s a sense of tranquility as the sun’s light bathes the scene. The shoreline curves from the right foreground into the distance on the left, suggesting a quiet cove or bay. Several boats are drawn up onto the shore, highlighted by the sunset’s warm light in the middle ground, with a figure standing next to one of them, suggesting the end of a day’s work. The rough brushstrokes and color transition not only manifest the vibrant light at this time of day but also reflect the Impressionist’s interest in capturing fleeting moments of natural light and atmospheric conditions.

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