Portrait of Lucien Gilbert 1906

"Portrait of Lucien Gilbert" is a 1906 oil painting by André Derain, a French painter who was a leading figure in the Fauvist movement. The painting depicts Lucien Gilbert, a fellow artist and close friend of Derain, in a bold and expressive style that is characteristic of Fauvism. Derain’s brushstrokes are visible and deliberate, creating a vibrant and textured surface. The use of bright, non-naturalistic colors, especially in the sitter's clothing and the background, is a hallmark of Fauvist art. The portrait captures Gilbert’s likeness but also conveys a sense of his personality and energy.