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One of the famous works of the outstanding French impressionist Camille Pissarro. It is part of a series that the artist created, inspired by the landscapes from his window. His home was located on the Place Dauphine in Paris - in a lively district on the Île de la Cité, where he settled in 1900. From his home, there was a beautiful view of the Seine and the Louvre, which he used as the basis for his paintings.
In this oil painting, we can see the Louvre, which is nearby, as well as the Pont Neuf and its surroundings. Soft pastel colors and a certain blur convey the atmosphere of a quiet, fresh day, sprinkled with rain. People stroll through the streets, boats sail on their business, and peace reigns around. This impression is created thanks to the masterful work with light and shadow, as well as the carefully reproduced ripples from the raindrops covering the water.
