Crossing The Street by Giovanni Boldini - 1873–75 - 46.2 x 37.8 cm The Clark Crossing The Street by Giovanni Boldini - 1873–75 - 46.2 x 37.8 cm The Clark

Crossing The Street

oil on canvas • 46.2 x 37.8 cm
  • Giovanni Boldini - December 31, 1842 - July 11, 1931 Giovanni Boldini 1873–75

Boldini’s view of a busy street captures the rapid pace of city life in Paris. As figures hurry along in different directions, an elegantly dressed—and unaccompanied—woman crosses the cobbled street, attracting the attention of a man in a carriage. In her haste, she has raised her skirt and exposed her petticoat, adding to her allure. The painting is dated twice, perhaps indicating that the artist finished or reworked it two years after he began.

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P.S. Giovanni Boldini was a popular society portrait painter in turn-of-the-century France and England. He is best known for depicting gorgeous and fashionable women. Check his beautiful belles here!