Six Etchings: Notre Dame, Pontoise
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Six Etchings: Notre Dame, Pontoise is a 1895 by Paul Gachet, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a quiet street lined with tall, narrow buildings. The houses have shutters on the windows and steep roofs, some with chimneys. A big tree stands in the middle of the street, casting shadows on the cobblestones. The drawing is mostly in black and white, with some light shading. Notice how the artist used simple lines to show depth and light. The buildings lean slightly, making the street feel cozy and narrow. If you like this style, look up Impressionism.
