Lower Manhattan (aka Broad and Wall Streets) (1907) by Childe Hassam

Lower Manhattan (aka Broad and Wall Streets) - Childe Hassam - 1907

Artwork Information

TitleLower Manhattan (aka Broad and Wall Streets)
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1907
Art MovementImpressionism

About Lower Manhattan (aka Broad and Wall Streets)

The artwork, titled “Lower Manhattan (aka Broad and Wall Streets),” was created by Childe Hassam in 1907. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and represents the cityscape genre.

This vivid painting depicts a bustling scene in the heart of Manhattan, focusing on the intersection of Broad and Wall Streets. The artist employs characteristic Impressionist techniques, capturing the play of light and the transient, dynamic nature of city life. The streets are filled with a throng of people and horse-drawn carriages, while towering buildings frame the composition, giving a sense of depth and urban grandeur. The atmospheric treatment of light suggests a typical busy day as sunlight filters through the open sky, adding a luminous qualities to the architectural details. The overall effect is a lively and vibrant portrayal of early 20th-century lower Manhattan, encapsulating the energy and spirit of the era.

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