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The Place du Havre, Paris

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The painting captures the vibrant pulse of a bustling Parisian square. The artist's brushstrokes, thick and textured, bring a sense of movement to the scene—it's as if the very air is alive with the energy of the city. The composition draws the eye into the heart of the square, filled with horse-drawn carriages, pedestrians, and the stately architecture of the buildings that line the perimeter. The light seems to shimmer on the cobblestones and facades, reflecting the overcast sky in soft blues, grays, and creams. The colors are muted, yet they hum with a quiet intensity, suggesting a moment captured in the fleeting light of a Parisian day.

The Place du Havre, Paris

Camille Pissarro

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1893

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2669 × 2172 px
735 × 601 mm

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