Sunset over Waterloo Bridge 1916

Emile Claus's *Sunset over Waterloo Bridge* (1916) is a captivating depiction of the iconic London landmark bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. The bridge itself is rendered in a deep, rich blue, contrasting sharply with the vibrant orange and yellow hues of the sky. The scene is rendered with a sense of tranquility, capturing the stillness of the evening hour as the sun dips below the horizon. The artist's use of impasto, a technique that involves applying thick layers of paint, adds a textured quality to the canvas, contributing to the painting's overall visual impact. Claus's work embodies the Impressionist movement's focus on capturing fleeting moments of light and color.