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A Winter Morning on the Quai de l'Hôtel -Dieu

A Winter Morning on the Quai de l'Hôtel -Dieu, by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, 1876
A Winter Morning on the Quai de l'Hôtel -Dieu, by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, 1876

A Winter Morning on the Quai de l'Hôtel -Dieu is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1876 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

A Winter Morning on the Quai de l'Hôtel-Dieu, created by Félix Hilaire Buhot in 1876, is a print housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, capturing a serene winter scene in Paris.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tranquil, rain-soaked city street with horse-drawn carriages, pedestrians with umbrellas, and buildings lined on both sides, conveying a sense of cold stillness and everyday urban life.

Technique & Style

Buhot employed quick, expressive lines to imply movement and atmosphere, characterizing the scene with suggested rather than meticulously detailed forms, aligning with Realist tendencies.

History & Provenance

Created in 1876, the work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, with its provenance highlighting Buhot's contribution to late 19th-century French printmaking.

Context

The piece reflects late 19th-century urban life in Paris, capturing the mundane aspects of city dwelling during winter, resonating with the Realist movement's focus on ordinary scenes.

Legacy

While not broadly recognized as a landmark piece, it contributes to the body of work showcasing Buhot's skill in capturing Parisian life and influencing the development of printmaking in the era.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Félix-Hilaire Buhot

Artist

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

Félix-Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898) was a French artist, born in Valognes.

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