Monet Luncheon on the Grass

The central fragment of Monet's Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (1865–66) — his own answer to Manet, painted life-size and outdoors. Four figures gather on a white picnic cloth in dappled forest light: Camille reaching for a plate, a bearded man resembling Courbet reclining with a pipe, a standing couple behind. Wine, fruit, a pie, and a jug of wildflowers sit on the cloth.

The scene is about the play of sun and shadow filtering through the trees, so the dark suits and green canopy carry most of the weight, with the bright white cloth as the calm center.

Detailed figure work. Faces, the patterned dress, and the flecked foliage are the demanding parts; the tablecloth and the sunlit clearing give steadier stretches. A long project, best for a painter comfortable with faces and fabric.

The muted greens, greys, and whites read classic and understated — fits a dining room, living room, or study.

The dappled light is what pushes this to 36: the greens and greys shift through many close tones as sun breaks through the leaves, and the shaded figures need those steps to keep their form. 24 would muddy the shadows. We recommend the 36-color version for this design.

What's included:

• 16x20 in (40x50 cm) numbered canvas
• Available in a 24-color and a 36-color version
• Acrylic paints and brushes included
• Choose rolled canvas or pre-stretched on a frame

No experience is required. Every canvas is clearly numbered, guiding you step by step. Thousands of first-time painters have completed their first artwork with our kits – and loved the result.

You'll not only enjoy the process but also experience the "wow effect" when you see your finished painting come to life.

Everything you need arrives in one box:

• Pre-printed numbered canvas (your chosen size)
• Acrylic paint set (24 or 36 colors – always enough to finish, and we'll send extra for free if you ever run out)
• 3 premium artist brushes (different sizes for details and larger areas)
• Reference color chart & printed guide
• Step-by-step instructions
• Optional: Pre-stretched frame (ready to hang)

Fast, Tracked Delivery
Most orders arrive within 7–9 business days. In a hurry? Express delivery typically takes 3–6 business days and can be selected at checkout for most addresses. Every order includes full tracking, so you can follow your kit all the way to your door. Delivery times can vary slightly with season and carrier.

60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
If anything isn't right with your order — missing paints, a damaged canvas, or a printing error — we'll send you a brand-new kit completely free, shipping included. Just reach out within 60 days of delivery and we'll make it right.