Monet writes to Durand-Ruel that he has taken on the role of gardener (at Giverny). The children help to water the garden using buckets and are taught to propagate plants.
Monet also expands his studio.
Unknown Portrait of Michel Monet and Jean-Pierre Hoschede Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris © Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris / Giraudon / Bridgeman Presse