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Environs de Cagnes le soir

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Bathed in the gentle embrace of evening light, this painting presents a serene countryside scene where nature appears both vivid and tranquil. The composition draws the eye along a softly winding path that leads from the fertile greenery in the foreground toward the warm, sunlit cliff adorned with a solitary figure quietly resting. The figure’s small scale within the vast landscape emphasizes the grandeur and peaceful solitude of the surroundings. Rich autumnal hues mix with the fading daylight—vibrant oranges, deep greens, and soft purples color the trees and hillsides, while the sky transitions in muted pastels, adding a dreamlike calmness.

The artist’s technique reveals a balance of impressionistic brushwork and strong sculptural forms, bringing a slightly stylized yet naturalistic feel. The thick, rounded shapes of the trees contrast with the delicate grasses below, creating textured layers that invite a tactile experience. This artwork captures not just a physical place, but an emotional moment of quiet reflection, inviting viewers to feel the stillness and fading warmth of the day. Created in the early 20th century, it reflects a period when modernist influences combined with traditional landscape concerns, highlighting an intimate relationship between humankind and nature.

Environs de Cagnes le soir

Félix Edouard Vallotton

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1924

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5138 × 6400 px
654 × 812 mm

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