Water Lilies and Japanese Bridge — Claude Monet (1899)
An arching footbridge in cool jade, lilies drifting like notes of light, and a pond that turns sky and leaf into colour. This fine-art reproduction—after Monet’s 1899 Giverny canvas—captures water, reflection, and air braided into one calm surface: brisk, readable strokes; greens from mint to deep viridian; pink-white blossoms punctuating the hush. Serene, immersive, unmistakably Monet.
Why it captivates
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Reflection as painting — sky, trees, and bridge dissolve into luminous water.
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Garden icon — the famous Giverny bridge anchors a tranquil, near-abstract field.
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Harmonic greens — layered hues that soothe without flattening the scene.
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Close or far — reads across a room; rewards inspection at the wall.
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Timeless calm — a contemplative centrepiece for living spaces and workrooms.
What you’ll see
The Japanese footbridge curves across the top of the composition; below, a carpet of lily pads flickers with pink-white blooms. Willow and foliage filter light into the pond, so reflections and forms interweave. Brushwork is lively yet restrained—light first, detail second—so the whole image breathes.
A richer historical frame
Painted in 1899 at Giverny, this work launches Monet’s long water-lily series—an evolving study of surface, depth, and reflection. The bridge provides structure while colour relationships carry mood, pointing toward the near-abstract panels of his later years.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
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Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.
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Preserves delicate colour shifts and soft edges with minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
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Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.
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Wipe-clean surface—great for studios, classrooms, and busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
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Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
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Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for deep tone and long life.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
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As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 806 mm (approx. 33.11 × 31.73 in)
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Orientation: Landscape (nearly square)
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Aspect ratio: ~1.043 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 (841 × 1189 mm) — landscape with a generous mat
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Framing tips:
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Classic look: Use an A0 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~837 × 802 mm) to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.
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Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A0 frame; tall margins create a calm, gallery-style reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Water Lilies and Japanese Bridge |
| Painted/Date | Claude Monet, 1899 (Giverny) |
| Historical Context | Early bridge-and-lilies composition; reflection and colour relationships take the lead |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 806 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Art lovers & collectors seeking a tranquil, iconic Monet
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Interior stylists curating nature-led, restorative spaces
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Wellness & workspace settings needing a serene focal point
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Gift-givers celebrating new homes and calm beginnings
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia with careful colour management on premium substrates, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.
Let water, light, and lily bloom on your wall—order your fine-art print today.
