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Curatorial Narrative In the year 1864, Monet’s “Rue de la Bavole, Honfleur” marked a pivotal moment in the artist’s oeuvre, one that would soon become synonymous with Impressionism. The work exemplifies the fledgling movement’s emphasis on capturing light’s ephemeral effects and dissolving traditional boundaries between subject and representation. Through his innovative use of impasto brushwork, Monet imbues the scene with a textured quality, akin to the rough-hewn facades of Honfleur’s buildings. Blues, yellows, greens, and browns intertwine in a harmonious palette that not only captures the atmospheric conditions but also establishes a visual language that is at once modern and contemporary. As “Rue de la Bavole” assumes its presence within a luxury interior environment, enlarged to 48×44 inches, its spatial rhythm becomes even more pronounced. The chromatic structure, initially perceived as a harmonious balance of cool and warm