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Curatorial Narrative In the oeuvre of Albert Marquet, “Fluss von Bumen umsumt” is a seminal work that occupies a pivotal position within the Expressionist movement of the early 20th century. The artist’s characteristic use of bold, linear brushstrokes imbues the landscape with an almost architectural quality, as if the trees and riverbank are being sketched by an invisible draftsman. This sense of dynamic energy is heightened by the stark black-and-white palette, which effectively conveys the play of light on water without resorting to sentimental or romanticized depictions. As a spatial entity, “Fluss von Bumen umsumt” assumes a commanding presence when enlarged to 55×44. The chromatic structure, comprising deep blacks and crisp whites, exerts a deliberate influence over the surrounding space, its stark contrasts creating an almost sculptural quality that demands attention. In a luxury interior environment, this painting would be