Garden at Sainte-Adresse (1867) by Edgar Degas. Giclee Print with Pigment Based Ink on Museum Quality Matte Paper in a Custom Built Sustainable Wood Frame.

Artist Name: Claude Monet

Artwork Name: Garden at Sainte-Adresse

Artwork Date: 1867

Artist Nationality: French

Artistic Style or Movement: Impressionism

Genre: Landscape

Period: 19th Century

Medium: Oil on canvas

Technique: Brushwork with emphasis on light and color

Cultural and Geographic Context: France

during a period of rapid industrialization and social change

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Exploration of light

leisure

and nature

Artist's Intent and Context: To capture the effects of light and atmosphere in a garden setting

Formal elements and Composition: Balanced composition with vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes.

Claude Monet's "Garden at Sainte-Adresse" (1867) is a masterful depiction of leisurely bourgeois life, painted with the lightness and vibrancy that would come to define Impressionism. Monet, a pivotal figure in the movement, captures a serene afternoon in the seaside town of Sainte-Adresse, where he spent part of his youth. This painting exemplifies Monet's early exploration of light and color, which would later revolutionize the art world.

Born in 1840 in Paris, Monet was raised in Le Havre, where he developed a passion for plein air painting. His work was initially met with resistance from the traditional art establishment, but he persevered, eventually becoming a leader of the Impressionist movement. Monet's philosophy was to capture the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, a pursuit evident in "Garden at Sainte-Adresse" through his use of vibrant colors and loose brushwork.

In this painting, Monet depicts a tranquil garden scene overlooking the sea, with elegantly dressed figures enjoying the sunlight. The genre is Impressionism, characterized by its focus on capturing moments in time, the effects of light, and the use of bold, unblended colors. Monet employs short, quick brushstrokes to convey movement and the play of light on surfaces, a technique that would become a hallmark of his style.

"Garden at Sainte-Adresse" is significant for its early demonstration of the Impressionist ideals that Monet would continue to develop. The original painting is currently held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, serving as a testament to Monet's enduring influence on the art world.

Experience this masterpiece as a museum-quality fine art print with vibrant, true-to-life colors, created using advanced 12-color giclée printing technology. Elegantly framed in premium oak or ash wood with unique grain patterns, each print arrives ready to hang, showcasing the artwork on archival-grade, master's edition, museum-quality acid-free paper for a glare-free, clean finish.

Giclée printing delivers exceptional resolution, expansive color spectrum, and uncompromising detail, ensuring high-quality reproductions that closely mirror the original artwork. Preferred by artists, photographers, and galleries, it offers a precise replication of color palettes, capturing every nuance for timeless masterpieces ideal for your home or office.

Crafted with fade-resistant, pigment-based archival inks , these prints guarantee longevity and brilliance for generations. Frames are custom-built by specialist artisans, featuring a 20mm (0.79") thick design with shatterproof plexiglass protection. Available in various sizes, they are eco-friendly, using FSC-certified materials and responsibly sourced wood.

Key Features:

Frame Material: Responsibly sourced oak or ash wood.
Paper Finish: Smooth, glare-free matte; 200 gsm (80 lb), 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
Color Vibrancy: High-quality ink technology ensures vivid and accurate colors.
Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass.
Eco-Friendly: Printed on FSC-certified paper and wood.
Ready-to-Hang: Includes a hanging kit for immediate display.
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