A Winter Morning on the Quai de L'Hotel-Dieu

1876

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Cityscape

Dominant colour

A Winter Morning on the Quai de L'Hotel-Dieu is a 1876 by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Félix-Hilaire Buhot
When & what style?: 1876 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a rainy city street with horses pulling carriages. Buildings line both sides, their rooftops steaming in the damp air. A few people walk along the sidewalk, some carrying umbrellas. The ground looks wet and shiny, reflecting the dim light. Notice how the artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and mood. The scene feels cold and busy, like a typical morning in a city. If you like this style, look up Impressionism next.