Soir oil painting france After his death in Paris

After his death in Paris in 1916

The sense of depth is achieved through the interplay of distant light

He made a name for himself painting female portraits in Africa using the Divisionist (neo-impressionist) approach

these two artists befriended the artists of the Barbizon school

shielded by their brimmed hats

Soir oil painting france After his death in Paris20th century Belgian school oil painting on wooden panel, signed Gustave de Keukelaere (1881 1950) in the lower right and entitled Soir (Evening) by way of a plaque fixed on the lower horizontal edge of the frame. The work has texture to the touch. An Impressionist landscape imbued with emotion, featuring energetic brushstrokes (potentially employing the knife technique) and rich textures in specific areas. This marine view almost transforms into a