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Curatorial Narrative In 1868, Monet’s “On the Bank of the Seine, Bennecourt” exemplifies the nascent Impressionist movement’s predilection for capturing the fleeting effects of light on the natural world. The artist’s use of impasto brushwork imbues the painting with a tactile quality, as if the viewer might reach out and touch the rippling water or the soft, billowy clouds that drift across the sky. This emphasis on materiality is a hallmark of Monet’s oeuvre, and one that sets his work apart from more traditional approaches to landscape painting. When enlarged to 54×44 inches, the palette’s blues and greens deepen in hue, casting a subtle atmospheric weight over the interior space. The spatial rhythm established by Monet’s composition with its gentle curves and diagonal lines creates a sense of dynamic tension that can be harnessed to energize a luxury environment. Paired with Scandinavian-inspired materials such as rich woods