Monet Painting at Musée d'Orsay Vandalized by Climate Activist

A climate activist affixed a sticker to a Monet painting at the Musée d'Orsay on Saturday. The woman, who said she intended to raise awareness about climate change, was arrested.

The action was carried out by a member of Riposte Alimentaire (Food Response), a group of environmental activists and advocates of sustainable food production in response to the climate crisis. The group has been targeting museums across Europe for years, including most recently a protest at the Louvre last month.

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The French impressionist's work depicts people with umbrellas strolling through a field of blooming poppies. Unlike works like Leonardo's Mona Lisa, which has been the target of much criticism, it was not protected by glass.