Who painted The Avenue (L'avenue)?

The Avenue (L'avenue) was painted by Ambroise Vollard in 1899.

Where can I see The Avenue (L'avenue)?

The Avenue (L'avenue) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Avenue (L'avenue)?

The Avenue (L'avenue) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Avenue (L'avenue)?

Museum-quality prints of The Avenue (L'avenue) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Avenue (L'avenue)

Ambroise Vollard , 1899

The Avenue (L'avenue) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Ambroise Vollard. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left, in graphite: 42; verso, lower left, in graphite: 181.21.42
Markings: Marked:verso, stamped in black ink: National Gallery of Art, Rosenwald Collection (Lugt 1932d)

About this work

Overview

The Avenue (L'avenue) is a 1899 color lithograph on China paper by Ambroise Vollard.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a wide street scene with pedestrians walking in a line, some carrying umbrellas, set against a backdrop of simplified buildings with flat rooftops and clean lines.

Technique & Style

The image features loose, quick brushstrokes and uneven ink distribution, giving it a sketchy, textured quality. The muted color palette includes pale yellows, greens, and blues, with dark shadows.

Context

Lithography, the technique used to create this print, allows for expressive, textured effects through uneven ink application.