Cliff-walk at Sainte-Adresse
1867 Matsuoka Museum of Art
About this artwork
This oil painting captures a vibrant coastal landscape with a steep, grassy cliff dominating the left foreground. Small figures can be seen traversing the path on the hillside, with a distant town and the sea visible on the right.
Did you know?
Claude Monet often found inspiration in the coastal landscapes of Normandy, where he spent much of his youth. This particular work, painted in 1867, predates some of his more famous series but already showcases his nascent Impressionistic style, capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere on the land and sea. It offers a glimpse into his early mastery of outdoor scenes.
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Cliff-walk at Sainte-Adresse
Claude Monet, 1867
