The Up-Tide on the Avenue

Childe Hassam, probably 1890

This is a painting of a horse-drawn carriage on a rainy day in an urban environment. Wet cobblestones reflect the overcast sky as the horse stands still, attached to a two-wheeled carriage. Umbrellas can be seen in the scene, suggesting light rain, with blurred figures walking past. The play of shadows and atmospheric effects is typical of street life in the city. The painting features a monochromatic palette of deep browns and blacks, giving it a moody and realistic tone.

कलाकार: Childe Hassam
काल: probably 1890
प्रकार: Drawing
तकनीक: black and gray wash with white heightening
माप: 45.3 × 56.3 cm
संग्रह: National Gallery of Art, Washington
लाइसेंस: सार्वजनिक डोमेन, CC0

चित्र का विवरण

This is a painting of a horse-drawn carriage on a rainy day in an urban environment. Wet cobblestones reflect the overcast sky as the horse stands still, attached to a two-wheeled carriage. Umbrellas can be seen in the scene, suggesting light rain, with blurred figures walking past. The play of shadows and atmospheric effects is typical of street life in the city. The painting features a monochromatic palette of deep browns and blacks, giving it a moody and realistic tone.

Childe Hassam