Woman with a Parasol
"Woman with a Parasol" is a famous painting created by Claude Monet in 1875. The artwork depicts a woman, likely Monet's wife Camille Monet, standing in a field, holding a parasol to shield herself from the sun. The scene captures a moment of leisure, with the woman dressed in a flowing white dress and a wide-brimmed hat.
The painting is notable for its vibrant colors and loose brushwork, characteristic of the Impressionist movement. Monet's use of light and shadow creates a sense of movement, as the wind appears to sway the woman's dress and the surrounding grass. This piece exemplifies Monet's focus on capturing the effects of natural light.