
Untitled (street scene)
painting by A. Altamura

Streets, depicted in 102 works, document the historical landscape of urban structure, transportation, and social interaction.
Streets, depicted in 102 works, document the historical landscape of urban structure, transportation, and social interaction.

painting by A. Altamura

painting by Lambert Nollé

painting by F. Séguin

painting by Édouard Vuillard

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Hippolyte Casimir Gourse

verso of painting by Paul Pascal

painting by Anders Zorn

painting by Axel Stephansen (Oslo Museum, OB.01314)

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen (Oslo Museum, OB.01321)

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by August Macke

Lady Godiva is an 1897 oil-on-canvas painting by English artist John Collier, who worked in the style of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The portrayal of Lady Godiva and her well-known but apocryphal ride through Coventry, England, is held in Coventry's Herbert Art Gallery and Museum.

This painting by Paul Cézanne depicts a crossroad in Auvers-sur-Oise, featuring a tree, houses, and a street. The scene captures the rural landscape with a sense of tranquility and everyday life.

The Charge is a historical painting by André Devambez depicting a dramatic scene of a police charge through a crowded Parisian street at night. The artwork captures the chaos and tension of the moment, with a mix of people, carriages, and horses in the foreground, set against the backdrop of a dimly lit urban environment. The painting is part of the Musée d'Orsay collection, showcasing Devambez's skill in portraying dynamic movement and the atmosphere of a bustling city.

This painting depicts the arrest of Charlotte Corday, a historical figure known for her role in the French Revolution. Alfred Dehodencq's work captures the dramatic moment of her capture, with a focus on the tension and emotions of the scene. The composition includes elements such as a crowd, a sword, and a house, reflecting the historical context of the event.

L'Averse is a painting by Paul Sérusier depicting a rainy scene in Brittany. The work captures the atmospheric mood of a street scene with a woman holding an umbrella, set against a square in the coastal town of Huelgoat. The painting is notable for its expressive use of color and light, characteristic of the Pont-Aven School.

Camille Pissarro's painting depicts the Church of Saint-Jacques in Dieppe, France. The artwork captures the architectural details of the church and its surroundings, showcasing the bustling urban scene with elements like the square and street mentioned in the tags. Created in 1901, this Impressionist piece reflects Pissarro's style of capturing light and atmosphere in urban settings.

This painting by Étienne Moreau-Nélaton depicts a reception scene where a prefect is being greeted. The composition includes elements such as a flag, a house, and a street, suggesting a formal setting. The artwork captures the atmosphere of a state visit, highlighting the ceremonial aspects of the event.

Rue Douarnenez is a painting by Odilon Redon depicting a street scene in the coastal town of Douarnenez, France. The artwork captures the serene and dreamlike atmosphere of the seaside town with its characteristic blend of realism and symbolic elements. Redon's style is evident in the soft, flowing lines and the ethereal quality of the scene, which reflects his interest in both the natural world and the mystical.

This painting by Maxime Maufra depicts the Downward Street in Locronan, showcasing a charming village scene with houses, a church, trees, and a sky filled with clouds. The artwork captures the serene atmosphere of the French countryside, highlighting the architectural details and natural elements of the village.

This painting by Camille Pissarro depicts a village street scene in Louveciennes, capturing the charm of a small French town. The artwork showcases Pissarro's skill in capturing light and atmosphere, with a focus on the architectural details and daily life of the village. It is housed in the Manchester Art Gallery.

Lady Godiva is an 1890 history painting by the French artist Jules Joseph Lefebvre. It depicts the eleventh century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman Lady Godiva riding naked through the streets of Coventry in the English Midlands. Godiva is portrayed riding side saddle through deserted streets, the inhabitants having gone indoors to respect her modesty. The model for the work was likely Sarah Brown who appeared in other paintings by the artist.

Lady Godiva is an 1850 history painting by the British artist Marshall Claxton. It depicts the eleventh century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman Lady Godiva, shortly before her naked horseback ride through the streets of Coventry. It shows Godiva about to mount her horse to in protest against her husband's policies.
This painting by Camille Pissarro captures the bustling boulevard Montmartre in Paris during a winter morning. The scene features a mix of urban elements such as buildings, roads, and carriages, all rendered in Pissarro's characteristic Impressionist style. The painting is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

This painting by Alfred Sisley depicts the Church of Notre-Dame in Moret-sur-Loing under bright sunlight. The scene captures the architectural details of the church and the surrounding landscape, showcasing Sisley's skill in capturing light and atmosphere.

Karl Johan is a painting by Edvard Munch created in 1885. The work depicts a scene along Karl Johan Street in Oslo, Norway, capturing the urban landscape with elements such as the Royal Palace, Studenterlunden, and a horsecar. The painting reflects Munch's interest in cityscapes and the interplay of light and shadow in urban settings.

Music on the Karl Johan Street is a painting by Edvard Munch depicting a lively scene of a marching band performing on Karl Johan Street in Zurich. The artwork captures the energy of the street with its vibrant colors and dynamic composition, showcasing Munch's unique style of expressing emotion through visual elements.

This painting by André Devambez depicts a scene from the Paris Commune of 1871, focusing on the barricades erected by revolutionaries in the streets of Paris. The artwork captures the tension and determination of the people involved in the uprising, with elements such as weapons, barricades, and the urban setting of Paris playing prominent roles.

This painting by Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier depicts a scene from the June Days Uprising in Paris in 1848. It shows a barricade on rue de la Mortellerie, with figures of revolutionaries and the aftermath of the uprising, capturing the intense and dramatic atmosphere of the historical event.

This painting by Edward Lamson Henry depicts Saint George's Church in New York, showcasing its architectural details and surrounding urban environment. The artwork captures the church's prominent presence amidst the cityscape, with elements of street life and carriages adding to the scene's vibrancy.
This watercolor by Émile Appay depicts the village of Falaise, capturing its charming streets and the expansive sky above. The artwork showcases the serene beauty of the French countryside, with intricate details highlighting the architectural elements and natural surroundings.

Place de Clichy is a painting by Paul Signac created in 1888. It depicts the bustling Place de Clichy in Paris, showcasing the vibrant urban scene with elements such as carriages, buildings, and the Monument to Maréchal Moncey. The artwork reflects the artist's pointillist technique, capturing the lively atmosphere of the city streets.

This 19th-century painting by David Johnson captures the bustling scene at Bowling Green in New York City. The artwork features a variety of elements including trees, a flag, people, horses, and buildings, all set against a sky with clouds. It provides a glimpse into the urban landscape and daily life of the area during the mid-1800s.
This painting by Étienne Bouhot depicts the bustling street scene of Saint-Germain de Charonne in Paris. The composition includes a variety of elements such as a horse, a flag of France, people walking on the sidewalk, a dog, a sentry box, a tree, and a clock face, capturing the lively atmosphere of the area in 1836.
Music in the Vlaanderenstraat is a 1891 painting by James Ensor depicting a street scene in the Vlaanderenstraat, a street in Antwerp. The painting features a musician playing a violin, with a Belgian flag prominently displayed in the background, capturing the lively atmosphere of the area.

This painting by Camille Pissarro depicts a street scene in Pontoise, France. The composition includes a woman, trees, buildings, and a sidewalk, capturing the urban atmosphere of the town in 1875.

This painting by Camille Pissarro depicts a street scene in Pontoise, France. The artwork captures the quiet charm of the Rue de Gisors, showcasing the artist's impressionist style with its vibrant colors and loose brushwork. The scene includes a cobblestone road, a row of buildings, and a few figures walking along the sidewalk, creating a sense of everyday life in a French town.

Rue L´Hermitage is a painting by Camille Pissarro depicting a street scene in Paris. The work captures the urban landscape with a focus on the architecture and daily life, characteristic of Pissarro's Impressionist style. Created between 1866 and 1868, the painting showcases the bustling city streets and the interplay of light and shadow.

This painting by Camille Pissarro depicts a street scene in Pontoise, capturing the bustling urban life with elements such as a woman, tree, and house. The artwork showcases the Impressionist style with its focus on light and color.

This painting by Camille Pissarro depicts a bustling street scene in Pontoise, France, capturing the everyday life of the town in 1879. The artwork showcases the architectural details of the buildings, the cobblestone streets, and the presence of pedestrians and horse-drawn wagons.

The Yellow House, alternatively named The Street, is an 1888 oil painting by the 19th-century Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. The painting depicts the yellow house in Arles, France, which was van Gogh's home and studio during his time there. The scene includes a street, trees, and a sky, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of the Provençal town.

This painting by Frances Anne Hopkins depicts a street scene in Montreal, showcasing a mix of architectural elements and everyday life. The composition includes a woman, a cart, and a house, set against a clear sky, capturing the essence of urban surroundings in the 19th century.
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