Le Cristal Building 1990

"Le Cristal Building" is a 1990 painting by Bernard Buffet. Buffet's works often depicted Parisian street scenes and buildings, and this piece showcases his characteristic style, characterized by stark outlines, limited colors, and thick, black lines. The buildings are rendered with a flat, graphic quality, and the use of bold, primary colors creates a sense of immediacy and urban energy. The depiction of a "Coca-Cola" sign adds a modern touch and highlights the artist's interest in capturing the atmosphere of everyday life in the city. Buffet's cityscape, while stylized, effectively captures the visual rhythm and contrasts of urban architecture.