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Casimir Delavigne Basin at Le Havre
Casimir Delavigne Basin at Le Havre is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Eugène Boudin. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Overview
Casimir Delavigne Basin at Le Havre is a 1874 painting by Eugène Louis Boudin, a French artist associated with the Impressionist movement. It is a marine scene depicting a harbor.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows the Casimir Delavigne Basin at Le Havre, with moored boats and a cloudy sky. A small rowboat with a rower is visible in the foreground. The calm water reflects the colors of the sky and boats, creating a serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Boudin's work is characterized by concise, economical strokes, often using pastels. He was skilled at capturing the effects of light and atmosphere, particularly in coastal scenes.
History & Provenance
The painting is held at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Artist
Eugène Louis Boudin (French: ; 12 July 1824 – 8 August 1898) was one of the first French landscape painters to paint outdoors.
