Cliff Walk at Pourville Claude Oscar Monet (1840-1926)

Description of Claude Monet’s painting Walking on the Rocks

Claude Monet belongs to those artists who prefer to depict reality, which is what the artist studied. For a long time, pursued the dream of creating realistic paintings. The artist especially liked to write events of life that took place outdoors. The work "Walking on the Rocks" is just such a work, which demonstrates an amazing and exciting reality. The sea and the rocks are the epitome of depth, frenzied energy and unwavering fortitude.

This painting is different in that it shows different elements and phenomena in one work. On the one hand it shows people walking, on the other it shows a restless attitude about their being. The artist tried to make a strong impression on the people who would watch and contemplate, and he succeeded in many ways. The painting brought him worldwide fame and became an art treasure. In the picture, properly selected light and shadow that illuminate the sea. Looking at the artist’s work, there are genuine emotion and excitement. Want to get into the soul of the walkers and understand what they’re really thinking. Rock and sea are a symbol of courage, strength of spirit, rather, these qualities the artist tried to convey to the viewer.

Looking at the picture, a person is charged with strong energy, sincerity of nature, looking at it and does not see anything superfluous, no hidden meaning. Although, if we look at it from a different point of view, there is a meaning and it’s deep, it’s just that each viewer decides for himself what he can see. The beauty and power of nature can sometimes be frightening, so you must be prepared for any tests that fate has arranged. Despite the intimidating power of the sea and rocks, yet the picture reeks of warmth and brightness, reminiscent of a warm and wonderful day. The flowers covered on the canvas look beautiful and deliver aesthetic pleasure.