Artwork
Square in Argenteuil
Square in Argenteuil is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Gustave Caillebotte. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Hammer Museum.
About this work
Overview
Square in Argenteuil is a 1892 oil painting by Gustave Caillebotte, a French artist associated with the Impressionist movement. The work is part of the Hammer Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene urban square in Argenteuil, a town near Paris, featuring trees with vibrant orange foliage and a few individuals strolling or seated on benches. The scene is characterized by dappled shadows and a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Caillebotte employed bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to capture the atmosphere of the scene, conveying the warmth of sunlight and the coolness of shade. His style, while associated with Impressionism, retains a more realistic quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gustave Caillebotte (French: ; 19 August 1848 – 21 February 1894) was a French painter who was a member and patron of the Impressionists, although he painted in a more realistic manner than many others in the group.
