The artwork titled “Champs Elysees, Paris,” created by Childe Hassam in 1889, belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is categorized within the cityscape genre. This captivating depiction presents a bustling Parisian avenue during what appears to be a rainy day, the street glistening with reflections and teeming with the activities of passerby.
In the artwork, the iconic Champs Elysees is adorned with tall street lamps and flanked by lush, green trees. The street’s wet surface vividly captures the mirrored reflections of its surroundings, contributing to a sense of vibrancy and movement. In the foreground, figures shield themselves with umbrellas, adding life and a contemporary daily narrative to the scene. The horse-drawn carriages and the distant, blurred silhouette of the Arc de Triomphe further enhance this picturesque Parisian setting. Childe Hassam employs loose brushstrokes to render the dynamic and ephemeral quality of urban life, characteristic of the Impressionist style.
