Childe Hassam was born on 17 October 1859 in Dorchester, Massachusetts, United States of America. He was one of the most prominent American impressionist painters, known for his vibrant urban landscapes and scenes of everyday life. He began his artistic training in Boston, where he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts.

In 1886, Hassam moved to Paris, where he further explored impressionism and connected with European artists. His distinctive style is marked by a rich palette and loose brushstrokes, reflecting light and movement. He often depicted New York City, capturing urban life and its parks. And he created the famous “flag series”, in which he explored the American flag.

Hassam was one of the first to introduce impressionism to the United States, taking part in important exhibitions and gaining recognition throughout his career. He died on 27 August 1935 in East Hampton, New York. Today, Childe Hassam is remembered as one of the great masters of American Impressionism, and his works are celebrated for his ability to adapt his style and colours to the mood and emotion he wanted to convey in the drawing, but always in an Impressionist vein.