Chih-Hsiung Wu

1890

Well

private collection

"Quai d'Argenteuil on the Seine," meticulously chosen by collector Wu Zhi-xiong, is a quintessential Impressionist painting that captures the delicate interplay of light and captures a naturalistic portrayal of life by the riverside. The composition utilizes vivid, dynamic brushstrokes to depict the tranquility of the Seine riverside and the rhythm of daily life, immersing the viewer in the ambiance of the era. This piece not only demonstrates the Impressionists' challenge to traditional painting techniques but also reflects their passion for free expression and individual emotion.

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