1889
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
14 Juillet, Rue de Belleville, minuit is a 1889 by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch is packed with tiny, busy figures in a dimly lit street at night. Some people are sitting on the sidewalk, others are standing or walking, and a few look like they’re arguing or dancing. The scene feels crowded and alive, with lots of movement—hands, hats, and shadows all mixed together. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show the chaos of a busy moment. Notice how the light from windows and streetlamps cuts through the darkness, making some faces glow while others stay in shadow. If you like this style, check out Realism next to see how other artists captured everyday life up close.
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
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