Le boulevard Poissonière sous la pluie (1880)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Jean Béraud, a notable French Impressionist, skillfully captures the bustling atmosphere of Paris in his 1880 masterpiece, "Le boulevard Poissonière sous la pluie". This vibrant painting vividly portrays a rainy day on the crowded Boulevard Poissonière, imbued with the life and movement characteristic of Paris in the late 19th century.The scene is a dynamic display of daily life where men and women, shielded by umbrellas, meander along the wet streets. Elegantly dressed figures dot the landscape, reflecting the fashion of the era. Horse-drawn carriages and omnibuses ply the busy road, suggesting the hustle and bustle of urban life.Béraud’s attention to detail shines in the reflections on the rain-slicked pavement, adding a luminous quality that contrasts with the gray, overcast sky. The diffused light and softened forms create a palpable sense of dampness and chill, drawing viewers into the momentary snapshot of Parisian life.This painting is a perfect illustration of Béraud's talent for depicting Parisian street scenes. It not only showcases the everyday activities of its residents but also gloriously portrays the architectural elegance of the city's avenues.
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Jean Béraud was a French painter renowned for his numerous paintings depicting the life of Paris, and the nightlife of Paris society. Pictures of the Champs Elysees, cafés, Montmartre and the banks of the Seine are precisely detailed illustrations of everyday Parisian life during the "Belle Époque". He also painted religious subjects in a contemporary setting.