Raoul Dufy Exhibition at Les Franciscaines in Deauville Draws from Centre Pompidou Collection

At Les Franciscaines in Deauville, a collection of nearly 100 pieces by Raoul Dufy (1877–1953) is displayed until September 20. Titled "Raoul Dufy. La mélodie du bonheur," this exhibition, which has previously traveled to Seoul (2023) and Shanghai (2024), focuses on themes related to Normandy. Curated by Christian Briend, it showcases over 1,500 works, primarily from Dufy's studio, which was inherited from his wife, Émilienne. The exhibition traces Dufy's artistic journey from Impressionism to Cubism, featuring significant pieces such as Les Baigneuses (1919) and Le Paddock à Deauville (1930). It also highlights his contributions to decorative arts and studios, including Atelier de l'impasse de Guelma (1935/1953) and the Cargos noirs series (1953). This event is part of the Centre Pompidou's "Constellations" initiative.