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The River
The River is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Maxime Maufra. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
The River by Maxime Maufra shows a quiet stretch of water with a small boat and two people.
The River by Maxime Maufra shows a quiet stretch of water with a small boat and two people. The colors are soft, blues and greens blending together. The sky takes up half the canvas, calm but full of light.
He painted this in 1902, right when France was changing from old farms to modern towns. The scene feels slow, like a moment caught in time.
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Overview
The River is a landscape painting by Maxime Maufra, created in 1902. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene river scene with a small boat and two figures. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of a moment suspended in time, reflecting the changing landscape of rural France during the early 20th century.
Technique & Style
Maufra's use of soft blues and greens creates a calming palette, with the sky occupying half the canvas and imbuing the scene with a sense of light and serenity.
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