The Avenue (L'avenue)
1899
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1899
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a wide street with people walking in a line, some carrying umbrellas. The buildings along the street are simple shapes—flat rooftops and clean lines. Colors are muted: pale yellows, greens, and blues, with some dark shadows. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, almost like scribbles, giving the scene a sketchy feel. The artist used a printing method that lets the ink sit unevenly, adding texture. Look up lithography to see how this technique works.
