Camille Embroidering

By Claude Oscar Monet SKU:45058

"Camille Embroidering", painted by Claude Monet in 1875, is a striking showcase of his signature Impressionist style. The painting's soft lighting, vibrant color palette, and dappled brushstrokes capture a transient moment in everyday life. The subject, Camille Monet, the artist's wife, is rendered with intimate familiarity, elevating the mundane to the extraordinary. The juxtaposition of Camille's focused calmness with the surrounding fluid Impressionistic details accentuates the personal significance of this artwork. The painting is a testament to Monet's mastery of capturing ephemeral moments and his commitment to portraying real-life scenarios in a novel, poignant manner.

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Monet’s painting titled “Camille Embroidering” (French: “Camille Brodant”) was painted in the year 1875. It features Camille Monet, the artist’s first wife, portrayed while she is peacefully embroidering, thus providing a glimpse into the intimate, everyday life of the Monet family.

In terms of its significance, “Camille Embroidering” is emblematic of the Impressionist movement, of which Claude Monet was a key figure. Impressionism sought to capture fleeting moments and the changing play of light and color over time. This painting beautifully embodies those principles, presenting an intimate and spontaneous scene rather than a staged, formal portrait. The manner in which Monet captured the play of light and color on Camille’s dress and in the room reflects the aesthetic and theoretical principles of Impressionism.

Furthermore, the painting is special because of its subject matter. Monet frequently painted his family members, and Camille was a recurring figure in his works. In “Camille Embroidering”, we see Camille in a peaceful, everyday setting. The domestic intimacy captured in this artwork provides a valuable insight into Monet’s personal life and the role of women during that time period.

This painting can be viewed as an example of Monet’s devotion to portraying the transient effects of light and color. In fact, it serves as a testament to his mastery over the representation of light, while also offering an intimate portrayal of domestic tranquility. Thus, it encapsulates the dual nature of Monet’s work, balancing personal sentiment with groundbreaking artistic technique.

Original size:
55 x 65 cm (width x height)
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Minimal order width:
40 cm
Maximum order width:
122 cm

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