Railroad Bridge, Argenteuil
1873 Philadelphia Museum of Art
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts the railroad bridge over the Seine River at Argenteuil, a popular subject for the artist. It captures a moment of modern life with a train crossing the bridge and a sailboat gliding on the water.
Did you know?
Claude Monet frequently returned to the Argenteuil area, which served as a rich source of inspiration for his Impressionist landscapes, particularly its bridges and the recreational activities on the Seine. The railroad bridge, rebuilt after being destroyed during the Franco-Prussian War, represented a symbol of modernity and technological advancement for Monet and his contemporaries. His multiple paintings of this bridge exemplify his commitment to capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere on specific sites.
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Railroad Bridge, Argenteuil
Claude Monet, 1873
