The artwork is titled “Street Scene with Hansom Cab,” created by the artist Childe Hassam in 1887. This painting belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting.
The artwork portrays a tranquil urban winter scene with a hansom cab at its center, drawn by two horses. The cab driver, attired in a light-colored coat and top hat, holds the reins as he waits mid-scene. Despite the snow-covered ground and hazy atmosphere, the street emits a sense of life, with passersby cloaked in dark winter attire. The surrounding trees and indistinct buildings in the background add depth, capturing the ephemeral essence of a quiet evening in the city. Childe Hassam’s signature is visible at the lower right corner, affirming his masterful brushwork and delicate use of light and color to evoke an impression of serene urban activity amid a gentle snow.
