The artwork titled “Celebration Day” is an oil on canvas cityscape created in 1918 by the artist Childe Hassam, who was part of the Impressionism movement. The artwork is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a vivid and bustling city scene adorned with numerous flags, prominently featuring the Red Cross symbol. The dense array of flags seems to float above a crowd that blends into the blueish hues of the street below. The Impressionist technique is evident in the loose and expressive brushstrokes that lend the scene a dynamic and celebratory atmosphere. The choice of colors and the interplay of light give the painting a festive and optimistic mood, reflecting the historical context of the end of World War I.
