Figures in Sunlight (1893) by Childe Hassam

Figures in Sunlight - Childe Hassam - 1893

Artwork Information

TitleFigures in Sunlight
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1893
Art MovementImpressionism

About Figures in Sunlight

The artwork titled “Figures in Sunlight” was created by Childe Hassam in 1893. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting.

The artwork captures a serene moment in an urban setting, bathed in the warm glow of sunlight. A central figure, likely a woman, stands in the foreground adorned in an elegant dress, casting a shadow onto the sunlit ground. The background features a series of white columns and steps, where multiple figures are engaged in various activities, creating a lively yet tranquil scene. The use of light and shadow is prominent, enhancing the impressionistic style through loose brushwork and a focus on the effects of natural light. The overall composition creates a harmonious blend of daily life activity under the embrace of sunlight, encapsulating the essence of Impressionism.

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