Tourelle en Fontaine Rue d'Ecole de Medicines demolies en 1877

1882

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Tourelle en Fontaine Rue d'Ecole de Medicines demolies en 1877 is a 1882 by Alfred-Alexandre Delauney, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Alfred-Alexandre Delauney
When & what style?: 1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a charming street scene, with a tall, ornate building on the left and a row of smaller structures on the right. The street is bustling with people, and a horse-drawn carriage is visible in the center. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The painting's attention to detail is impressive, from the intricate architecture to the lively street activity. The artist's skillful use of color and texture adds to the overall sense of realism. For more on the artistic style that influenced this work, explore the Impressionism movement.