Boulevard Héloise, Argenteuil
1872 Yale University Art Gallery
About this artwork
This oil painting by Claude Monet depicts a street scene in Argenteuil, likely Boulevard Héloïse, under a soft, overcast sky. It captures the atmospheric effects of a winter day, characteristic of Monet's early Impressionist period.
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Claude Monet lived in Argenteuil from 1871 to 1878, a period crucial for the development of Impressionism. During this time, he frequently painted scenes of the town and its surroundings, exploring how light and atmosphere transformed familiar landscapes. "Boulevard Héloïse, Argenteuil" is a fine example of his early work in capturing the transient beauty of everyday life.
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Boulevard Héloise, Argenteuil
Claude Monet, 1872
