![]() ![]() These lenses were called Katral, though Monet referred to them as “Mawas”, declaring them “perfect”. ![]() Afterwards, Monet sought assistance from ophthalmologist Jacques Mawas who dispensed a pair of glass lenses created by ZEISS. The lens of the eye focuses light, with the removal of the yellowed cataract lens, Monet’s perception of light in his right eye was altered and this is reflected in later works. In 1923, Monet had the lens of his right eye removed. In 1922 Monet’s ophthalmologist, Charles Coutela recorded a visual acuity of PL (light perception only) in Monet’s right eye and a 6/60 on his left eye and recommended he undergo cataract surgery. Monet an outdoor painter, suffered from severe yellowing in his lenses in his later years. ![]() Cataracts can be caused by age but there is data to suggest that UV light exposure may be a factor. ![]() Cataracts are a clouding and/or yellowing of the clear lens of the eye. Who would ever have thought that this outstanding artist had serious problems with his vision? The truth is he suffered from nearsightedness and distressing changes in his perception of color due to cataracts. When seeing the remarkable paintings of the great artist Claude Monet it’s easy to see why he has left an indelible mark on the Impressionist movement and the world. ![]()
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