Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies by Claude Monet

Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies — Claude Monet (1899)

An emerald arc across still water; lilies drifting like quiet notes; willow and sky dissolving into reflection. This fine-art reproduction—after Monet’s 1899 Giverny canvas—braids garden, light, and colour into one serene surface: brisk, readable strokes; harmonies of green; pink-white blossoms punctuating the hush. Calm, immersive, unmistakably Monet.

Why it captivates

• Reflection as subject — bridge, foliage, and sky unite in luminous water.

• Garden icon — the Japanese-style footbridge anchors a tranquil, near-abstract field.

• Harmonic greens — layered hues soothe without flattening the scene.

• Close or far — reads across a room; rewards intimate inspection.

• Timeless calm — a restorative centrepiece for living spaces and workrooms.

What you’ll see

The arched footbridge spans the upper composition; below, a carpet of lily pads flickers with pink-white blooms. Willow and garden foliage filter light into the pond so reflections and forms interweave. Brushwork stays lively yet restrained—light first, detail second—so the whole image breathes.

A richer historical frame

Painted at Giverny in 1899, this work helped launch Monet’s long water-lily series—an evolving study of surface, depth, and reflection. The bridge gives structure while colour relationships carry mood, pointing toward the near-abstract panels of his late years.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)

• Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.

• Preserves delicate colour shifts and soft edges with minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.

• Wipe-clean surface—great for studios, classrooms, and busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)

• Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)

• Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for deep tone and long life.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)

• As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

664 × 841 mm (approx. 26.14 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.790 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A0 (841 × 1189 mm) — portrait with a generous mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: Use an A0 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~660 × 837 mm) to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A0 frame; tall margins create a calm, gallery-style reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Art lovers & collectors seeking a tranquil, iconic Monet

• Interior stylists curating nature-led, restorative spaces

• Wellness & workspace settings needing a serene focal point

• 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 calm your room—order your fine-art print today.