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Curatorial Narrative In the late 19th century, Monet’s innovative approach to capturing the fleeting effects of natural light was revolutionizing the Impressionist movement. Stacks of Wheat (Sunset, Snow Effect) is a seminal work from this period, created between 1890-91, when the artist was deeply invested in exploring the emotional resonance of rural landscapes under various atmospheric conditions. Through his bold application of impasto brushwork, Monet imbues the canvas with a textured, almost three-dimensional quality that invites the viewer to engage with the physical presence of the wheat stalks. As this work is enlarged to 68×44, its palette becomes even more pronounced, with blues and purples receding into the distance while pinks and oranges dominate the foreground. The spatial depth created by Monet’s masterful use of atmospheric perspective ensures that the stacks appear to recede infinitely, their tops disappearing in