Place de la Trinité, Paris c. 1886

"Place de la Trinité, Paris" is a painting by French artist Jean-François Rafaëlli, completed around 1886. The artwork depicts a bustling scene of Parisian life in the 19th century, centered on the Place de la Trinité, a square in Paris known for the Église de la Trinité (the Trinity Church), which dominates the composition. The painting captures the vibrancy of the city, with figures moving about and a sense of energy. Rafaëlli’s distinctive style is characterized by loose brushstrokes and a muted palette, creating a textured and atmospheric representation of the scene. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this piece of the artist's oeuvre.