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Eugene Boudin
Entrance to the Port of Le Havre, 1888
The 19th century was a time of rapid expansion for the port city of Le Havre, situated on the northern coast of France and nicknamed "gateway to the ocean." Boudin's depiction of the port is more finished than many of his other compositions. The relative lack of loose brushwork is likely due to its conception as a painting destined for the Salon, possibly as a companion piece to French Fishing Fleet with Packet Boat, which is also in the collection. The image demonstrates Boudin's characteristic interest in weather and the play of light on stormy skies. |