“The Railway Bridge over Avenue Montmajour” is an artwork by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1888 in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. It belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement, is painted using oil on canvas, and measures 92 x 73 cm. This cityscape is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a urban scene centered around a railway bridge. The composition includes a flurry of dynamic brush strokes characteristic of Van Gogh’s style, capturing the bustling activity beneath and around the bridge. Figures are depicted walking and engaging in daily activities, their forms rendered with the artist’s distinctive, expressive line work. The bridge itself serves as a strong architectural feature, guiding the viewer’s eye through the painting and creating a sense of depth. The choice of colors, primarily cool tones with subtle warm accents, creates an atmosphere that is both lively and contemplative, reflective of the cityscape genre.
