The River

This painting by Raoul Dufy joyful river scene with the bright colors and fluid lines that made him one of the most beloved French artists of the 20th century. Blues and greens flow together as boats glide past trees, the whole composition radiating pleasure and ease.

Dufy began as a Fauvist, influenced by Matisse's bold colors. He developed a distinctive decorative style, creating textile designs and large murals alongside easel paintings. His work captures the leisured pleasures of French life. This painting is in a private collection.