

Curatorial Narrative La course d’avirons by Ferdinand Gueldry is an enigmatic work that exemplifies the Impressionist movement’s fascination with capturing the fleeting effects of light. Created in the late 19th century, its precise date unknown, this painting embodies the avant-garde spirit of its time. The artist’s deliberate use of impasto brushwork imbues the surface with a tactile quality, inviting the viewer to engage with the materiality of the work. This textural engagement is further enhanced by Gueldry’s palette, which juxtaposes cool blues and greens against vibrant reds and whites, creating an atmospheric tension that draws the eye into the composition.When enlarged to its intended scale, 52×44 inches, La course d’avirons reveals itself as a masterful exercise in spatial rhythm. The chromatic structure of the painting, with its gradual progression from deep blues to radiant reds, establishes a visual flow that guides the
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