Nympheas (1897–1898) by Claude Monet

Nymphéas — Claude Monet (1897–1898)

Sky laid upon water. In Monet’s early Water Lilies, the pond becomes pure light and colour—pads and blossoms drifting across a mirrored surface where clouds and garden greens dissolve into shimmering strokes. No horizon, just sensation.

Why it captivates

• Pure Impressionism — colour mixing optically on the eye, not the palette.

• Tranquil drama — calm composition charged with living brushwork.

• Luminous reflections — sky and foliage braided into water’s skin.

• Decor-friendly palette — river-blues, soft violets, and fresh greens.

• Iconic motif — an early step toward Monet’s great Water Lilies cycle.

• Statement artwork — serene focal point for living rooms and bedrooms.

What you’ll see

A carpet of lily pads and blossoms set on a field of reflected sky; edges of reeds and foliage glide in and out of view. Up close: quick, varied touches and layered colour. From a step back: a seamless, floating atmosphere.

A richer historical frame

Painted at Giverny in 1897–1898, these canvases mark Monet’s turn from garden views to the surface of the pond itself—a move that abandons horizon and depth cues in favour of reflection, colour, and time, foreshadowing the monumental panels of his final decades.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for 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 rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 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)

841 × 527 mm (approx. 33.11 × 20.75 in)

• Orientation: Landscape

• Aspect ratio: ~1.596 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — landscape

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~837 × 523 mm for a neat 2–3 mm overlap.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a clean gallery reveal.

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

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Monet admirers & Impressionist collectors

• Stylists building calm, light-led interiors

• Educators illustrating optical mixing and reflection

• Gift-givers celebrating milestones and new homes

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let quiet water and living colour transform your space—order your fine-art print of Nymphéas today.