Who painted Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève?

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève was painted by Eugène Atget in 1898.

Where can I see Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève?

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève?

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève

Eugène Atget , 1898

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève is a photography by the Impressionist artist Eugène Atget. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1985.115
Credit line: John L. Severance Fund

About this work

Overview

Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève is a photograph capturing a serene street scene in France.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a narrow street terminating at a 17th-century church, evoking a sense of historical significance as the site of the University of Paris' founding in 1112.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, achieved through strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and volume in the scene.

History & Provenance

Eugène Atget created the photograph, likely in the early morning to capture the street empty, and sold it as a 'document for artists,' a utilitarian purpose similar to nude studies made for painters.