JOURNAL ARTICLE

What Monet's Water Lilies Taught Me About Beauty's Proximity to Violence.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 11 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kelleher, Katy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the relationship between beauty and violence through the lens of Claude Monet's artwork, particularly his water lily series created during World War I. It reflects on the author's evolving perception of Monet, initially viewing his work as superficial but later recognizing its profound context amid the horrors of war. The author discusses how Monet's choice to paint during such tumultuous times served as both a personal refuge and a tribute to those lost, highlighting the duality of flowers as symbols of life and death. Ultimately, the piece encourages a deeper appreciation for the small beauties in life, contrasting them with the allure of dramatic suffering. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/04, p11
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163367339
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