Who painted Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain?

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain was painted by Maxime Lalanne in 1874.

Where can I see Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain?

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain?

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain

Maxime Lalanne , 1874

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain is a print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St.

About this work

Overview

Demolitions pour la Perement du Boulevard St. Germain is a 1874 print by French artist Maxime Lalanne, held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a Parisian construction site, where workers clear rubble and debris from demolished buildings, set against a backdrop of old and new structures. The scene captures the gritty reality of urban redevelopment during the 19th century.

Technique & Style

Lalanne's work conveys a sense of realism, focusing on the process of demolition rather than its outcome. The composition includes a range of textures and activities, from workers with tools to a looming crane and distant industrial activity.

Context

The print relates to the extensive rebuilding of Parisian streets during the 1800s, a period of significant urban transformation.