Louis Floutier
View of the Spanish Basque Country or Aragon - Louis Floutier (1882-1936)
Focus on this painting by Louis Floutier, titled View of the Spanish Basque Country or Aragon, listed in Mary-Anne Prunet’s catalogue raisonné, confirming its significance in the artist's body of work.
Born in Toulouse, Floutier settled in Saint-Jean-de-Luz in 1922, where he devoted himself to depicting the Basque Country. His works passionately portray the landscapes, customs, and people of this region that won his heart over time. A true lover of light, Floutier was captivated by the contrasts of this land—from the mountains to the coasts, from the whitewashed houses of Labourd to the vibrant hues of gorse. His painting, imbued with sensitive realism, captures the essence of Basque life with touching authenticity.
View of the Spanish Basque Country or Aragon illustrates this fascination for the region, through both the precision of detail and harmony of colors. Traveling through the Basque Country with his easel, Floutier sought to capture the subtleties of light and landscapes, from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Urrugne and beyond. The warm tones and subtle nuances convey the unique atmosphere of this region he knew so well.
Upon his death in 1936, Floutier left behind over a thousand works, now dispersed in public and private collections. View of the Spanish Basque Country or Aragon is an iconic piece of his production, reflecting his attachment to the Basque Country and his mastery of light and contrasts that animate his landscapes.
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