Flower Market, Brussels
1887
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1887
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a city street with a flower market. The scene is set in a bustling urban environment, with people and buildings visible. The artist has used a range of colors to capture the vibrant atmosphere of the market. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered around a flower stall, while in the background, the façades of several buildings can be seen. The overall effect is one of energy and activity, with the artist skillfully conveying the sense of a thriving city. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.