Claude Monet (French, 1840-1926): Wheatstacks (End of Summer), 1890-91 (Oil on canvas, Art Institute of Chicago) - Claude Monet, the Father of Impressionism, was so charmed in 1890 with haystacks he painted 25 canvases of them! These haystacks are astonishing with the differences in light at various times of day, seasons, and types of weather. They are some of the most beloved works of art in the world…