Rouen. The South Porch and Towers of the Cathedral, seen from Rue du Bac
1876
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1876
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a narrow street lined with old stone buildings. People walk or sit at tables under makeshift awnings, while a tall church tower rises in the background. The colors are muted—dull browns, grays, and a few patches of blue sky peeking through. Notice how the artist quickly captures movement and light, even though the scene looks busy. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, but still full of detail. Want to see more works like this? Check out Impressionism.
