Who painted The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris?

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris was painted by Stanislas Lépine in 1890.

Where can I see The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris?

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris is held by Norton Simon Museum.

What movement is The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris?

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris?

Museum-quality prints of The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris

Stanislas Lépine , 1890

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Stanislas Lépine. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Norton Simon Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Pont de l'Estacade, Paris is an oil painting by Stanislas Lépine, created in 1890. It is part of the Norton Simon Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a Parisian cityscape with the Seine River in the foreground and a bridge crossing it. The city's buildings are shown in the background under a cloudy sky, with the river's surface reflecting the urban landscape.

Technique & Style

Lépine's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality through the interplay of light and shadow. The river is rendered in shades of blue and gray, while the city buildings are depicted in various browns and grays, with their forms reflected in the water.