Monet in Le Havre

To mark the centenary of the artist's death, the MuMa presents Monet in Le Havre, an exhibition dedicated to his formative years. From 1845 to 1874, Le Havre served as a laboratory where Monet honed his vision, practiced caricature, sketched from life, and painted his first major works, including View at Rouelles (1858) and Pointe de la Hève, Sainte-Adresse (1864).

He benefited from decisive support there, from family and friends, including his future mentor, Eugène Boudin. From the shores of Pointe de la Hève to the large industrial port, Le Havre provided him with an inexhaustible source of inspiration.

Drawing on archival documents, the exhibition explores the artist's family and artistic relationships, his inspirations, and the evolution of his technique. Thematically and chronologically arranged, the exhibition brings together nearly eighty works—paintings, drawings, and photographs—offering a fresh perspective on the origins of Monet's work.