Rainy Night, Charing Cross Shops 1903

"Rainy Night, Charing Cross Shops" is an etching by American artist Joseph Pennell, created in 1903. The artwork depicts a street scene in London, England, under a dramatic, rainy sky. Pennell captures the bustle of the city, with figures scurrying through the downpour, using a combination of dark, expressive lines and subtle shading to create a sense of movement and atmosphere. The piece is housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, and is a prime example of Pennell's signature style, which often focused on urban landscapes.