The artwork entitled “Hackney Carriage, Rue Bonaparte (also known as Fiacre, Rue Bonaparte)” was created by the artist Childe Hassam in the year 1888. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting.
The artwork depicts a tranquil street scene during the late 19th century. A horse-drawn hackney carriage commands the forefront, with a driver wearing a light-colored hat and coat steering the horse. The backdrop reveals a street lined with trees and buildings, bathed in the glowing hues of a setting or rising sun. The wet cobblestone street reflects the surrounding elements, suggesting recent rainfall. Passersby, equipped with umbrellas, blend into the dim surroundings, adding an atmospheric depth to the composition. The artist’s use of impressionistic brushstrokes and a soft color palette conveys a sense of serenity and historical charm.
