Stacks of Wheat (End of Summer)
1897 Art Institute of Chicago
About this artwork
This oil painting is part of Claude Monet's renowned "Haystacks" series, which explores the effects of light and atmosphere on a single subject at different times of day and seasons. It captures two haystacks in a field under a soft, late-day light.
Did you know?
Claude Monet's "Haystacks" series, painted primarily between 1890 and 1891, is a groundbreaking example of serial painting, where the artist captured the same subject repeatedly to study how light and atmospheric conditions altered its appearance. This particular work, "Stacks of Wheat (End of Summer)," showcases his mastery in rendering fleeting moments of light, inviting viewers to appreciate the subtle shifts in color and shadow that define a specific time and season. The series was highly successful and solidified Monet's reputation as a leading Impressionist.
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Stacks of Wheat (End of Summer)
Claude Monet, 1897
