Claude Monet
1840–1926 (age 86)
Biography
Claude Monet was one of the most influential painters in the history of art, whose revolutionary approach to light, color, and perception fundamentally transformed painting. As a founding figure of Impressionism, Monet developed a distinctive technique that captured the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, creating works of extraordinary beauty and innovation.
Monet's career spanned more than five decades of artistic creation, during which he produced thousands of paintings exploring water lilies, haystacks, cathedrals, and the gardens of Giverny. His legacy as a master of color and light continues to inspire artists and captivate audiences worldwide, securing his place as one of the greatest painters of all time.