Charenton-le-Pont
1907 Pola Museum of Art
About this artwork
This landscape painting depicts a bridge in Charenton-le-Pont, characterized by the artist's signature simplified forms and clear, defined outlines. It reflects the suburban scenery that Rousseau frequently captured during his later years.
Did you know?
Henri Rousseau, known as 'Le Douanier', was a self-taught tax collector who painted during his spare time. Despite being mocked by contemporary critics for his simplistic style, he was deeply admired by members of the avant-garde, including Pablo Picasso, who saw in his work a profound, untainted sincerity.
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Charenton-le-Pont
Henri Rousseau, 1907
