Boulevard Saint-Denis, Argenteuil, in Winter (1875) by Claude Monet

Boulevard Saint-Denis, Argenteuil, in Winter - Claude Monet - 1875

Artwork Information

TitleBoulevard Saint-Denis, Argenteuil, in Winter
ArtistClaude Monet
Date1875
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions81.6 x 60.9 cm
Art MovementImpressionism
Current LocationMuseum of Fine Arts (MFA), Boston, MA, US

About Boulevard Saint-Denis, Argenteuil, in Winter

The artwork “Boulevard Saint-Denis, Argenteuil, in Winter” was created by the celebrated artist Claude Monet in the year 1875. This oil on canvas masterpiece measures 81.6 by 60.9 centimeters and is an exemplar of the Impressionist movement. The genre of this piece is cityscape, and it currently resides within the prestigious collection of the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

The artwork depicts a chilly winter scene with a boulevard cutting through the town of Argenteuil. The ground is covered in snow, and the sky above is filled with soft hues, which are characteristic of Monet’s ability to capture the nuances of natural light. Small figures are seen traversing the boulevard, some under umbrellas, which suggests falling snow or a wintry mix. The houses and buildings are painted in a way that their architectural details are softened, yet recognizable, true to the style of Impressionism that seeks to render the effects of light on the environment. Trees and shrubs line the boulevard, their winter sparsity spread throughout the composition. Monet’s use of color, light, and brushwork creates a sense of immersion, giving the viewer a glimpse of the life and atmosphere of this 19th-century French locale.

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