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The Water Lilies series envelops viewers in a serene world of color and light.
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Did you know?
🎨 Monet created over 250 paintings in the Water Lilies series, focusing on his garden in Giverny.
🖌️The Orangerie Museum's Water Lilies rooms were designed in collaboration with Monet to enhance the viewing experience.
🖌️The paintings were donated to the French state after Monet's death and have been displayed at the Orangerie since 1927.
🎨Monet's failing eyesight in his later years influenced the abstract quality of the Water Lilies series.
Story behind Water Lilies
Claude Monet began the Water Lilies series in the late 1890s, inspired by the pond in his garden at Giverny. Over the next three decades, he painted more than 250 canvases, capturing the changing light and reflections on the water. The series represents Monet's exploration of color, light, and abstraction, pushing the boundaries of Impressionism. The Orangerie Museum's Water Lilies rooms, designed in collaboration with Monet, offer a unique immersive experience, allowing viewers to be surrounded by the paintings.
Who created Water Lilies?
Claude Monet (1840–1926) was a leading figure in the Impressionist movement, known for his innovative use of color and light. Monet's garden in Giverny served as both inspiration and subject for these paintings, reflecting his deep connection to the natural world. The Water Lilies series remains one of Monet's most celebrated achievements, showcasing his ability to convey emotion and atmosphere through his art.
What makes Water Lilies a masterpiece? See for yourself
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Frequently asked questions about Water Lilies
Is Water Lilies included in the Orangerie Museum ticket?
Yes, it is included with a standard museum ticket.
Where are Water Lilies located in the museum?
They are displayed in specially designed rooms at the Orangerie Museum.
Can I take photos of Water Lilies?
Yes, photography is allowed.
Why are there no people in the Water Lilies paintings?
Monet intentionally left out people to create a sense of tranquility, timelessness, and immersion. The viewer becomes the presence in the landscape—surrounded, not observed.
Was Monet going blind while painting these?
Yes, and it adds a whole new layer of meaning. He developed cataracts, which altered his color perception. Some of the later Water Lilies works are darker, moodier, and blurrier—reflecting both his vision and emotions.
