The artwork “Street Scene” by Maurice Prendergast was created between 1891 and 1894 and is associated with the Impressionism art movement. This cityscape genre painting illustrates a lively urban environment.
In the artwork, a bustling street is captured with vivid details typical of Prendergast’s Impressionist style. Pedestrians, adorned in period attire, traverse the scene, engaging in various activities. The street is lined with quaint brick buildings, including one bearing the artist’s name on a sign, indicating his studio or a place of business. Trees with lush foliage and street lamps punctuate the setting, adding depth and vibrancy. The artwork communicates the energy and dynamics of urban life during this era.
