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Villefranche, by Eugène Boudin, oil, 1896

Villefranche

Eugène Boudin

1896

oil

panel

From the collection of Clark Art Institute

Dominant colour

Overview

Villefranche is a 1896 oil by Eugène Boudin, a Impressionism work, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Eugène Boudin
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

This painting depicts a charming cityscape, with a tall white building featuring a prominent tower at its center. The structure is adorned with a brown dome and a clock, while the surrounding buildings are rendered in shades of yellow and white. People are seen walking along the cobblestone street, adding a sense of life to the scene. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the heart of the city. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of spontaneity and energy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Eugène Louis Boudin.

About the artist

Portrait of Eugène Boudin
Artist

Eugène Boudin

Eugène Louis Boudin (French: ; 12 July 1824 – 8 August 1898) was one of the first French landscape painters to paint outdoors.

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