Notre Dame Seen from the Quai de la Tournelle
1900
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1900
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a big stone bridge with arches over a river, and a huge cathedral behind it. In the foreground, a few people walk along the riverbank—one woman in a long dress with a hat, another person with a dog, and a man bending down. The sky is light blue with soft clouds, and the cathedral’s spires rise high above the trees. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the scene a sketchy, lively feel. This style was common in Impressionism, where artists focused on light and everyday moments. Look up Impressionism next to see more paintings like this.
