Claude Monet found London’s unpredictable climate fascinating, capturing its essence through his paintings of the Thames, particularly during the colder months, revealing its atmospheric beauty.
Monet wrote to his wife about London: 'Every day I find London more beautiful to paint,' illustrating his deep admiration for the city's changing weather and light.
The exhibition at the Courtauld Gallery showcases 21 of Monet's works featuring the Thames, demonstrating the vibrant and diverse hues of the river under London's foggy skies.
He noted the extraordinary fog, 'so very yellow,' a signature feature of industrialized London in the late 19th century, contributing to the city’s unique character.
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