Thirty-Six Views of the Eiffel Tower: From Lamarck Street

Thirty-Six Views of the Eiffel Tower: From Lamarck Street

Henri Rivière

1902

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a rainy street with puddles reflecting the sky. A lone figure in a dark coat and hat walks along the sidewalk, holding an umbrella. Tall lampposts line the path, and a fence runs along the left side, hiding buildings behind it. The sky is gray and blurry, matching the wet ground. The artist focused on everyday life in Paris, using loose brushstrokes to capture the mood. The scene feels quiet and a little lonely, with no other people in sight. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this print in person.

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