Train in the Snow or The Locomotive (1875) by Claude Monet

Train in the Snow or The Locomotive - Claude Monet - 1875

Artwork Information

TitleTrain in the Snow or The Locomotive
ArtistClaude Monet
Date1875
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions78 x 59 cm
Art MovementImpressionism
Current LocationMusée Marmottan Monet, Paris, France

About Train in the Snow or The Locomotive

The artwork “Train in the Snow or The Locomotive” was painted by Claude Monet in 1875. It is an oil on canvas and follows the Impressionist movement. As a genre painting, the artwork measures 78 by 59 centimeters and depicts a train moving through a snowy landscape. It currently resides in the Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris, France.

The artwork portrays a train as it cuts through a wintry scene. The locomotive emits heavy puffs of smoke that billow into the overcast sky, blending with the cloudy atmosphere. Vivid warmth emanates from the train’s glowing red headlamps, auguring the impression of movement and life within the otherwise chilled environment. Leafless trees line the track, their stark branches contributing to the sense of cold winter air. Each brushstroke captures the essence of the moment, as is characteristic of the Impressionist style, focusing on the play of light and the immediate, visual impression rather than the minute details. Monet’s mastery of color and light is evident as he creates a palpable atmosphere that conveys both the chill of the snowy day and the warmth of the train in motion.

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