A Rainy Day in Boston 1885

tree

urban landscape

abstract painting

house

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

derelict

street graffiti

underpainting

urban art

horse

square

painting painterly

street

watercolor

building

"A Rainy Day in Boston" (1885) by Childe Hassam captures the quietude of a Boston street on a rainy day. The painting depicts a bustling cityscape, with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians navigating the wet pavement. The artist's use of Impressionistic techniques creates a sense of movement and atmosphere, capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. The painting is a testament to Hassam's skill in depicting the beauty of urban life, highlighting the interplay of light, shadow, and color in a city setting. It is currently housed in the Toledo Museum of Art, OH.