"See Beauty as the Masters Saw It."

For Art’s Sake is honoured to announce an exclusive collaboration with The National Gallery, unveiling an exquisite eyewear style inspired by one of the world’s most celebrated paintings: Claude Monet’s The Water-Lily Pond. Painted in 1899, Monet captured the stillness, colour, and harmony of his gardens at Giverny. Today, we reimagine it as wearable art. True to the spirit of fine art collecting, the style is limited to just 400 pieces worldwide, with select colourways produced in editions as small as 80 pieces. Each frame is individually numbered on the inside temple, cementing its status as a rare collectible.

“We draw endless inspiration from the art world,” says Xiwen Zhang-Makridis, Founder & Creative Director of For Art’s Sake. “This collaboration with The National Gallery is an invitation to not just see art, but to wear it. Turning everyday moments into something extraordinary."

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A flat lay features a Monet art book, light blue box, clutch, and suede pouch with limited edition Claude Monet sunglasses by For Art's Sake®—all set on a white background.
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A woman in a white halter dress and For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses stands before a framed painting of a garden bridge over a pond, evoking Monet's Water Lilies.
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Exclusive Collaboration

FOR ART'S SAKE X The National gallery

In a signature For Art’s Sake detail, high-resolution reproductions of the paintings are printed on the inside of each frame, allowing wearers to “view” the masterpiece every time they put on their sunglasses. This reflects the brand’s long-standing ethos: eyewear as small pieces of art, designed to be cherished and enjoyed.

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Close-up of Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake® in blue-green marble with purple gradient lenses. The temple features a gold logo, CE marking, and metallic hinge detail against a light gray background.

Claude Monet, 1840–1926.The Water-Lily Pond(detail), 1899. © The National Gallery, London

The Claude Monet limited edition cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake® feature a black frame and dark tinted lenses, displayed from the front against a plain light gray background.
For Art's Sake® Claude Monet limited edition black cat-eye sunglasses feature dark tinted lenses and patterned inner arms, shown on a plain light gray background.
A woman in a white halter dress and For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses stands before a framed painting of a garden bridge over a pond, evoking Monet's Water Lilies.
A woman with slicked-back hair models For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) black cat-eye sunglasses and gold earrings, wearing a white halter top before a dreamy garden scene with a bridge and water lilies.
A woman poses with her hand near her face, wearing For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses, gold geometric earrings, and a white halter top against a blurred green background.
Front view of For Art's Sake® Claude Monet sunglasses with green and blue marbled cat-eye frames and purple gradient lenses, displayed on a light gray background. Limited edition that adds artistic flair to any look.
Close-up of blue and turquoise marbled Claude Monet cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake®, featuring gradient purple lenses and detailed hinge and frame texture, with the limited edition logo visible on the temple arm.
The Claude Monet by For Art's Sake® is a long, thin, blue-green eyewear piece with a curved, flattened end and a weathered surface, set against a plain white background for an artistic touch.
A flat lay shows the Claude Monet book, a pastel blue For Art's Sake® box, a folded blue case, and a suede pouch with limited edition eyewear, all neatly arranged on a white background.
The For Art's Sake® Claude Monet limited edition cat-eye sunglasses feature pink frames and matching pink tinted lenses, shown against a plain light gray background.
The Claude Monet by For Art's Sake® are limited edition cat-eye sunglasses with light pink frames, matching tinted lenses, and dark green patterned arms, shown on a light gray background.
A woman wearing For Art’s Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses and a white dress stands before a framed Monet Japanese Bridge, blending modern style with timeless art.
A stylish woman in For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses and a white halter dress poses before Monet’s Japanese Bridge, her hair slicked back and gold earrings glinting.
The Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake® feature teal marbled frames and purple gradient lenses, showcased against a plain light gray background.
Close-up of Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake® in blue-green marble with purple gradient lenses. The temple features a gold logo, CE marking, and metallic hinge detail against a light gray background.
A long, slender metal object with a greenish-blue patina rests on white, its elegant lines reminiscent of the Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses by For Art's Sake®.
Flat lay of four items: a Monet Japanese Bridge book, a “For Art’s Sake® x The National Gallery” blue box, a folded blue pouch, and a blue drawstring case with Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses inside.
For Art's Sake® Claude Monet: mint green cat-eye sunglasses with purple-tinted lenses, shown on a plain light gray background.
Claude Monet cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake® feature a mint green frame, purple-tinted lenses, and dark patterned inner arms. Inspired by Monet’s elegance, these limited edition shades are shown on a light gray background.
A woman in a chic white dress wears For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses, standing before a framed impressionist painting of a lush garden and arched bridge inspired by Monet.
A woman in a cream halter dress and neat updo poses by Monet’s Japanese bridge, wearing For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses and bold gold earrings.
A woman in a white halter dress and sleek bun wears For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses and dangling earrings, standing before a painting of a bridge over a lily pond.
Front view of For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses with blue-green marbled frames and purple gradient lenses, set against a plain light gray background.
Close-up of Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake®, featuring a blue and green marbled frame, purple tinted lenses, and gold text on the arm.
The Claude Monet (Limited Edition) by For Art's Sake® is a thin, slightly curved metallic object with a greenish-blue patina, evoking vintage sunglasses style, displayed on a plain white background.
A flat lay shows For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses, a Monet-themed book, a blue box, and light blue pouch on a white background. The National Gallery London logo appears in the top right corner.
The Claude Monet sunglasses by For Art's Sake® feature blue cat-eye frames and reflective lenses, displayed front-facing on a light gray backdrop—a chic limited edition accessory ideal for bold style statements.
The Claude Monet by For Art's Sake® are blue cat-eye sunglasses with thick frames and tinted lenses, shown on a light gray background. This limited edition adds timeless style to any look.
A woman in a white sleeveless dress wears For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses, posing before a framed Monet-style garden bridge painting—fusing modern fashion with classic art.
A woman poses in front of a Monet-inspired garden bridge painting, wearing For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses and a white halter dress, her hair up with gold earrings.
A woman in For Art’s Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) cat-eye sunglasses and a white halter dress stands before a green garden bridge painting, her hair pulled back and wearing long, dangling earrings.
The Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses by For Art's Sake® feature blue-green marbled frames and purple gradient lenses, shown on a light gray background.
A close-up of the curved, oxidized, and patinated arm of For Art's Sake® Claude Monet (Limited Edition) sunglasses against a plain white background.
Close-up of Claude Monet (Limited Edition) blue marbled cat-eye sunglasses by For Art's Sake®, featuring gradient purple lenses and gold "FOR ART'S SAKE" branding on the temple, with frame details visible against a light background.
A flat lay features a Monet art book, light blue box, clutch, and suede pouch with limited edition Claude Monet sunglasses by For Art's Sake®—all set on a white background.

Claude Monet (Limited Edition)

$ 9,446.00
Colour Black

Limited numbers worldwide:  Black 145 pieces | Topaz 90 pieces | Pink 85 pieces | Green 80 pieces

The Claude Monet sunglasses reimagine the slim cat-eye silhouette with a minimal yet commanding presence. Eighteen months in the making, sculpted with facet detailing for a refined, artistic finish, each colourway is produced in limited numbers and individually numbered inside the temple.

Inside the frame, Monet’s dreamlike The Water-Lily Pond is rendered in high-resolution print, allowing you to carry the serene beauty of Giverny’s gardens wherever you go. The understated lines of the frame balance its bold artistic core, creating a piece that complements both contemporary and classic style. Handmade from the finest acetate and paired with 100% UVA & UVB protective nylon lenses, this design is finished with exclusive packaging that turns your eyewear into a gallery-worthy treasure.

Lens width: 55mm
Bridge width: 18mm
Side arm length: 145mm

WEIGHT: 45g

UK Next Day Delivery (If ordered before 1pm Monday – Friday) | £6.95 or FREE over £200

UK Standard Delivery (2 working days) | £3.95 or FREE over £150

US Express Delivery (3-5 working days) | FREE on orders over £150 | or £19.95 on orders below £150 | Duties and taxes covered

Europe Express Delivery (allow 7-12 working days) | FREE on orders over £150 | or £19.95 on orders below £150 | Duties and taxes covered

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