Landscape Around Mantes 

Maximilien Luce's "Landscape Around Mantes" is a captivating depiction of the French countryside. This Impressionist painting features a serene river scene, where lush greenery lines the bank and tall trees stand tall against a soft, pastel sky. The water's surface is rendered in a series of brushstrokes that convey the subtle movement of the current. A small village, nestled amongst the trees, hints at the presence of human life. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of the natural world, characteristic of Luce's artistic style.