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Henri DufauxBy the lagoon in Moorea1935
1935
$1,527.77
£1,141.04
€1,290
CA$2,121.69
A$2,278.17
CHF 1,225.84
MX$26,959.88
NOK 15,443.33
SEK 14,085.18
DKK 9,831.36
About the Item
Oil on canvas signed
This evocative oil on canvas painting by Henri Dufaux depicts a tranquil scene along the edge of a tropical lagoon, likely inspired by Moorea and the landscapes of French Polynesia. Executed with a confident, expressive brushwork, the composition captures a thatched wooden structure set amid lush vegetation, with a small boat resting quietly along the shoreline.
Dufaux’s painterly approach emphasizes atmosphere over strict detail, using a harmonious palette of soft greens, turquoise blues, and warm earth tones to convey the shimmering light and serene rhythm of island life. The loose yet controlled application of paint lends the work an immediacy and freshness, characteristic of artists working en plein air or from vivid recollection.
Signed in the lower left, this painting reflects the enduring fascination of European artists with Polynesian subjects, echoing a broader modern tradition that sought authenticity, light, and emotional resonance in remote landscapes. The scene’s intimacy and calm suggest a moment of quiet observation, far removed from urban modernity.
Both decorative and contemplative, this work stands as a charming and atmospheric example of 20th-century tropical painting, ideal for collectors drawn to travel-inspired art, post-Impressionist sensibilities, or refined coastal interiors.
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- Creator:Henri Dufaux (1879 - 1980, Swiss)
- Creation Year:1935
- Dimensions:Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
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- Condition:Dimension with frame : 48 x 61 x 3 cm Oil on canvas signed.
- Gallery Location:Genève, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2018210701882
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