Did You Know? In 60 Seconds: Monet's Water Lillies

Claude Monet was deeply inspired by water lilies, creating landscapes at his home to fuel his artistic passion. He painted a series of water lily artworks, similar to his haystacks, first shown in 1900. Despite losing his eyesight in 1912, Monet was encouraged by his friend, the French Prime Minister, to paint on a larger scale. After World War I, Monet donated his paintings to France as a peace symbol, leading to the creation of the Rosary Museum. Monet passed away in 1926, having painted over 250 water lily pieces, which are celebrated for their beauty.

What inspired Claude Monet to create his own garden?

• His love for water lilies

• His interest in bamboo

• His fascination with haystacks

• His admiration for pheasants

In what year did Monet first exhibit his series of paintings?

• 1914

• 1912

• 1900

• 1926

Who encouraged Monet to paint on a larger scale despite his eyesight issues?

• His fellow artists

• The Prime Minister of France

• His art dealer

• His family

What did Monet do with his paintings after World War I?

• Donated them to the people of France

• Kept them in his personal collection

• Exhibited them in London

• Sold them to private collectors

How many water lily paintings did Monet create?

• Over 250

• Over 200

• Over 150

• Over 100