“Rue Mosnier decorated with Flags,” created by Édouard Manet in 1878, is an impressionist oil on canvas cityscape housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, California. This artwork captures a festive urban scene in Paris, France, with vibrant French flags adorning the street in celebration. The bustling thoroughfare is depicted with a dynamic brushstroke style characteristic of Impressionism, highlighting the interplay of light and movement. Manet’s composition presents a snapshot of Parisian life, emphasizing both the architectural structure of the city and the human activity within it. The distinct movement and color usage evoke the celebratory essence and fleeting moments of the day.
