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Le phare de Collioure
Le phare de Collioure is an oil painting by the Fauvist artist André Derain. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Musée d'art moderne de Paris.
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Overview
Le phare de Collioure is a painting created by André Derain in 1905 using oil paint. It is currently held at the Musée d'art moderne de Paris.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a yellow building with a red tower and a surrounding wall, set amidst green trees under a blue sky. The scene is rendered with vivid colors and expressive brushwork.
Technique & Style
Derain employed bold, thick brushstrokes to apply paint, creating a dynamic visual effect. The use of vibrant colors and textured strokes is characteristic of his style during this period.
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Artist & collection
Artist
André Derain was a French artist, painter, sculptor and co-founder, with Henri Matisse, of Fauvism.
