Houses of Parliament, Sunlight Effect (Le Parlement, effet de soleil)
1903 Brooklyn Museum
About this artwork
This oil painting is part of a renowned series by Monet depicting the Houses of Parliament in London, capturing the building's silhouette through varied light and atmospheric conditions, especially the characteristic London fog.
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Claude Monet painted over a dozen variations of the Houses of Parliament during his visits to London around the turn of the 20th century. He was fascinated by the atmospheric effects of the city's notorious fog and industrial smoke, which allowed him to explore how light transformed the iconic landmark. He often worked on several canvases simultaneously, capturing the fleeting moments of light and color.
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Houses of Parliament, Sunlight Effect (Le Parlement, effet de soleil)
Claude Monet, 1903
