Près du Marais french country chateaux and the canals of

chateaux and the canals of Venice

he formed friendships with several Parisian artists from the Belle Epoque

19th-century French School oil on canvas signed William Barbotin (1861-1931)

influenced by neo-impressionism and a deep love for nature

This Impressionist seascape is characterized by voluminous comma-shaped brushstrokes

Près du Marais french country chateaux and the canals of19th century French School oil painting on wood signed R. Gourdon (born 1855 ) in the lower righthand corner. The work has texture to the touch. A tidal marsh scene with a figure in the center leaning on a rock. The brushstrokes are full of volume, notably in the sky and with the two central trees. Glints of pink are picked up by the clouds, and the brilliance of the fading sunlight creates a glow across this evening landscape. About the artist: Ren