View At Rouelles Le Havre (1858) by Claude Monet

View At Rouelles Le Havre - Claude Monet - 1858

Artwork Information

TitleView At Rouelles Le Havre
ArtistClaude Monet
Date1858
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About View At Rouelles Le Havre

“View at Rouelles, Le Havre” is an artwork created by Claude Monet in 1858. It is representative of the Realism art movement and is categorized as a landscape genre painting. The piece is currently held in a private collection.

The painting depicts a tranquil rural landscape, with a focus on the natural beauty and light of the outdoors. Characteristic of Monet’s early work, which includes realistic detail and rich, natural colors, the scene captures a series of tall poplar trees that line the gentle bend of a waterway. Their reflections are seen on the water’s surface, providing a mirror image that adds depth to the composition. This idyllic setting includes lush green fields, a variety of trees, and the hint of a clear sky. Monet’s attention to the subtlety of light and shadow can be observed across the canvas, hinting at the Impressionist style he would later pioneer. A lone figure seated near the water’s edge adds a human element to the scene without becoming the focal point. The overall effect is one of peacefulness, an invitation to appreciate the serene and unaltered beauty of the countryside.

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