Artist: Raoul Dufy Title: Paddock-Deauville Year: 1960 Signed: No Medium: Lithograph Paper Size: 24.5 x 39 inches ( 62 x 99 cm ) Image Size: 24.5 x 39 inches ( 62 x 99 cm ) Edition Size: 5000 Framed: No Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling Additional Details: This original lithograph titled Paddock at Deauville by renowned French artist Raoul Dufy captures the lively atmosphere of the famous horse racing scene at Deauville. Dufy, who initially drew inspiration from Fauvism after encountering Henri Matisse's Luxe, Calme et Volupté at the Salon des Indépendants in 1905, later developed his own distinctive style characterized by rapid, yet precise brushwork and the use of vibrant, clear colors applied with an effortless freedom. Dufy's work often evokes a sense of joy and lightness, focusing on subjects such as regattas, casinos, palm trees, racecourses, and orchestras. His depiction of these scenes, particularly in Paddock at Deauville, showcases his ability to convey the elegance and energy of such events with a playful yet sophisticated approach.