Artwork
Place des Batignolles, Paris
Place des Batignolles, Paris is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Albert André. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Albert André's 1897 painting, Place des Batignolles, Paris, is a representation of urban life in late 19th-century France.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a lively scene in a Parisian park, with a woman walking along a path lined with red flowers and greenery, capturing the atmosphere of the time.
Technique & Style
André's use of loose, expressive brushstrokes and a mix of warm and cool colors creates a sense of energy and depth, drawing the viewer into the scene.
History & Provenance
André, a French Post-Impressionist painter and associate of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created this work in 1897, reflecting the Impressionist movement's focus on light and everyday scenes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albert André (24 May 1869 – 11 July 1954) was a French Post-Impressionist figurative painter. He produced portraits of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, his closest friend, and Claude Monet.
