Place de la Madeleine 

Edouard Cortes, a French painter known for his cityscapes and depictions of Parisian life, captured the bustling atmosphere of Place de la Madeleine in this oil painting. The scene, likely set in the evening, showcases the iconic church in the distance, with the street below teeming with people, vehicles, and shop windows. Cortes's loose, impressionistic brushstrokes create a sense of movement and light, typical of his style, while the warm colors evoke a sense of urban vibrancy. This painting offers a glimpse into the everyday life of early 20th-century Paris, a favorite subject for Cortes.