The artwork, titled “Montmartre Street,” is an oil painting on panel created by Maurice Utrillo. It belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement and measures 56.6 by 64.4 centimeters. The genre of the artwork is cityscape, and it is currently housed in a private collection.
The painting depicts a scene from Montmartre, showcasing characteristic architectural elements. The focus is on a group of buildings, with one on the left painted in a warm red hue, and the other on the right in shades of white, both accompanied by lush green trees in the background. The simplicity and structured composition exemplify Utrillo’s mastery in capturing the urban environment with textured brushstrokes and rich color contrasts. The street and wall in the foreground, rendered in muted tones, guide the viewer’s eye into the vibrant urban landscape, encapsulating the essence of Montmartre with a serene yet lively ambiance.
