Morning on the Seine, Giverny

"Morning on the Seine, Giverny", painted in 1897, is a captivating piece by the renowned artist Claude Monet, and it's currently housed right here in the Mead Art Museum. Measuring 0.935 meters wide and 0.82 meters tall, this piece draws you into a serene morning scene along the Seine River. Notice how Monet uses a palette of pale blues and greens to depict the water, while the sky above is awash in soft pinks and blues. The trees lining the riverbank appear as dark, almost mysterious figures against the hazy backdrop. Monet masterfully uses fog to blur the horizon, creating a sense of depth and tranquility that washes over the entire scene. It's a beautiful example of his Impressionist style, capturing a fleeting moment in time and inviting us to experience the peacefulness of a misty morning on the Seine.