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Claude Monet, 'The Seine at Port-Villez', 1894

About the work

Overview

Although dated 1885, this work was almost certainly painted in 1894, when Monet painted a series of works at Port-Villez.

To paint the series Monet probably worked from a boat. Port-Villez, between Vernon and Bonnières-sur-Seine, is noted for its cliffs bordering the river. Here they are depicted under the effects of a morning mist, shorn of details, and reflected with perfect symmetry. The silver tones show the influence of Corot.

Key facts

Details

Full title
The Seine at Port-Villez
Artist
Claude Monet
Artist dates
1840 - 1926
Date made
1894
Medium and support
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
65.4 × 100.3 cm
Inscription summary
Signed; Dated
Acquisition credit
On loan from Tate: Purchased 1953
Inventory number
L719
Location
Not on display
Image copyright
On loan from Tate: Purchased 1953, © 2000 Tate
Collection
Main Collection

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