The Rue Montargueil with Flags 1878

Claude Monet's "The Rue Montargueil with Flags" (1878) is a vibrant depiction of a Parisian street adorned with flags. This Impressionist painting captures the bustling energy of a city celebration, likely the Fête de la Fédération, commemorating the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. Monet's characteristic loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors create a sense of movement and light, highlighting the joyful atmosphere of the event. The flags, fluttering in the wind, are a symbol of French patriotism and unity.