Champs-Élysées c. 1880

"Champs-Élysées" by Jean Béraud, painted around 1880, captures the bustling Parisian life of the late 19th century. The painting depicts a scene on the famous avenue, with horse-drawn carriages, pedestrians, and elegant figures dressed in fashionable attire. Béraud’s meticulous detail provides a snapshot of the era's social customs and the changing urban landscape, exemplified by the inclusion of a dog on a leash, a symbol of contemporary urban life. The composition focuses on the grandeur of the Champs-Élysées, showcasing the grandeur of the avenue and the fashionable society that frequented it.