“Irises 2” is a flower painting by Claude Monet, created between 1914 and 1917. This artwork belongs to the Impressionist movement, a style known for its emphasis on light and its effect on natural scenes.
The painting showcases a lush cluster of irises, likely set in Monet’s own garden at Giverny. The image is dominated by strokes of vibrant blues and purples, indicative of the iris petals, interspersed with green tones representing the leaves and stems. Characteristic of Monet’s later work, there is a sense of abstraction—details are not finely delineated, but rather suggested through dabs and swirls of color. The composition feels spontaneous, capturing the essence and play of natural light upon the flowers rather than a strict botanical accuracy. The work exudes the freshness of a garden scene and invites the viewer to experience the transient beauty of the irises as seen through Monet’s eyes.
