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371 - Camille Hilaire (1916-2004) - Boat and bridge.
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Estimate €30 - €40
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Description
Camille Hilaire (1916-2004) - Boat and bridge. Original lithograph on wove paper, 56 x 76 cm. Signed in pencil by the artist and numbered. Condition A, perfect state of conservation. This work is a masterly demonstration of Camille Hilaire's characteristic "open-air cubism", in which the rigorous structure of the composition gives way to brilliant luminosity. In this river scene, the artist breaks down the elements of the landscape - the water, the bridge and the boat - into a series of interlocking geometric planes that create a unique spatial dynamic. The chromatic palette, rich in shades of green, blue and earth, testifies to the artist's mastery of colour and his ability to make light vibrate through lithographic flat tints. The motif of the boat, the anchor of the composition, offers a contrast of supple forms against the rectilinear architecture of the bridge, establishing a harmonious dialogue between nature and human construction. The large format of 76 cm allows us to fully appreciate the complexity of the network of lines and the transparency of the inks, characteristic of the work of Hilaire, who was one of the greatest colourists of his generation. The artist's hand signature attests to the authenticity of this print, which perfectly embodies his desire to reenchant reality through poetic geometry. This is a highly elegant collector's item, combining the strength of the drawing with the atmospheric serenity for which the artist is internationally renowned.
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About the sale Collection of an ink merchant, sale of posters n°17 and miscellaneous.
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Auction time 06/12/2026 at 1:30 PM
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