Bastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris (1889) by Childe Hassam

Bastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris - Childe Hassam - 1889

Artwork Information

TitleBastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1889
Art MovementImpressionism

About Bastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris

The artwork titled “Bastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris,” created by Childe Hassam in 1889, belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting.

“Bastille Day, Boulevard Rochechouart, Paris” depicts a bustling street scene in Paris, celebrating the national holiday. The palette employed by Hassam is vibrant, with dominant reds, whites, and blues, reflecting the colors of the French flag. The brushstrokes are loose and dynamic, capturing the liveliness of a crowded boulevard adorned with flags. The attention to architectural details, shop fronts, and the attire of the figures enhances the sense of place and time. The overall composition conveys the festive atmosphere and communal spirit quintessential to Bastille Day celebrations.

Other Artwork from Childe Hassam

More Impressionism Artwork

Scroll to Top