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A lone wheat stack, in shadow, rests on a snow-covered field that is rendered in shades of white, blue, yellow, and purple. A house can be seen in the distance on the right against
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France / 1890–91

Stack of Wheat (Snow Effect, Overcast Day)

Stack of Wheat (Snow Effect, Overcast Day)

Look closely at Stack of Wheat (Snow Effect, Overcast Day). A lone wheat stack, in shadow, rests on a snow-covered field that is rendered in shades of white, blue, yellow, and purple.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates Stack of Wheat (Snow Effect, Overcast Day) to 1890–91.

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A CLOSER LOOK

Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926) made this painting. The museum dates it 1890–91.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoStack of Wheat (Snow Effect, Overcast Day)

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