The Park in Charrettes, Pontoise 1878

"The Park in Charrettes, Pontoise" is an 1878 oil painting by Camille Pissarro. The painting depicts a street scene in Pontoise, France, featuring a group of figures walking in the foreground, with buildings and a church tower visible in the background. Pissarro, a prominent Impressionist, used distinct brushstrokes and vibrant colors to capture the light and atmosphere of the scene. This artwork is considered a prime example of Impressionist outdoor painting, highlighting the everyday lives of ordinary people in the late 19th century. It exemplifies Pissarro's commitment to depicting the beauty of the natural world and the fleeting moments of urban life.