Rue Royale Madeleine, Winter 

This painting by French artist Edouard Cortes depicts a bustling Parisian street scene under a light snowfall. The snow-covered streets and the illuminated shop windows suggest a winter evening. The artwork's focus is the iconic Madeleine church, visible in the background, and its classical architecture contrasts with the modern cars and pedestrians in the foreground. Cortes captures the energy of the city, highlighting the dynamic interplay of people, vehicles, and light. The scene evokes a sense of quiet tranquility despite the hustle and bustle of city life, inviting viewers to imagine themselves in the heart of Parisian winter.