Tempête, côtes de Belle-Ile
1886 Musée d'Orsay
About this artwork
This oil painting captures a tumultuous sea breaking against rocky formations. It is part of Monet's series depicting the rugged coast of Belle-Île, a remote island off the coast of Brittany, France, which he visited in 1886.
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During his ten-week stay on Belle-Île, Monet created over 40 paintings, capturing the island's wild beauty under various weather conditions. He found the sheer cliffs and crashing waves challenging but exhilarating, writing to his partner Alice Hoschedé, "I am seized with a rage to paint this." His series from Belle-Île showcases his dedication to observing and depicting the ever-changing face of nature, a hallmark of Impressionism.
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Tempête, côtes de Belle-Ile
Claude Monet, 1886
