Avenue of the Allies (aka Flags on the Waldorf) 1917

"Avenue of the Allies" (also known as "Flags on the Waldorf") is an oil-on-canvas painting by American Impressionist painter Childe Hassam. The painting, created in 1917, depicts a bustling New York City street draped in American, French, and British flags in celebration of the Allied powers' victory during World War I. Hassam was a prolific artist who was known for capturing the beauty and energy of American city life, and this painting is a powerful testament to the national unity and optimism that prevailed during the war years. His signature style, characterized by bright colors and thick brushstrokes, is evident throughout the work.