The Pont Boieldieu, Rouen, Damp Weather 1896

Camille Pissarro's "The Pont Boieldieu, Rouen, Damp Weather" is a captivating oil painting that captures the bustling activity of a Parisian bridge. Created in 1896, the work utilizes the Impressionist style, with its signature loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors, emphasizing the fleeting effects of light and weather. The painting depicts the Pont Boieldieu bridge, a key structure in the city of Rouen, with pedestrians and carriages crossing its arched spans. Pissarro's use of light and shadow brings a sense of atmosphere to the scene, highlighting the dampness of the air and the movement of the clouds.