The Quai d'Austerlitz
c. 1890
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts industrial river traffic along the Quai d'Austerlitz in Paris, capturing the interplay of light on the Seine and the moored barges. It exemplifies Guillaumin's characteristic use of intense, expressive color palettes common in his later work.
Did you know?
Armand Guillaumin was a foundational member of the Impressionist group, participating in six of their eight exhibitions. Despite his dedication, he had to work for the French state railways to support his artistic career, only painting full-time after winning a massive lottery jackpot in 1891, which allowed him to pursue his vibrant, color-saturated style without financial constraint.
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The Quai d'Austerlitz
Armand Guillaumin, c. 1890
