The artwork titled “Evening Shower, Paris,” was created by Maurice Prendergast between approximately 1892 and 1894. Executed in oil on panel, this piece measures 31.75 by 46.99 centimeters and exemplifies the Impressionism movement. It falls under the genre painting category and is currently part of a private collection.
This impressionistic artwork captures a rainy evening in Paris, illuminated by street lamps casting a warm, yellow glow. The scene portrays pedestrians, umbrellas in hand, navigating the wet streets, their reflections shimmering in the puddles below. The painterly texture and loose brushstrokes emphasize the play of light and shadow, imparting a sense of movement and transience typical of Impressionist works. The use of dark, muted colors contrasted with the vibrant lights enhances the ambiance of a serene yet bustling Parisian night.
