Monet's "Impression, Sunrise"

Monet's "Impression, Sunrise" captures the port of Le Havre at dawn using loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors, emphasizing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. Instead of detailed realism, Monet focuses on the overall impression of the scene, conveying mood and movement. The painting’s soft, blurred forms evoke the early morning mist and shimmering water, inviting viewers to experience the moment's transient beauty. This work is a hallmark of Impressionism, emphasizing perception and atmosphere over precise detail, and it inspired the naming of the entire movement.