Le Trayas, Paysage du Midi 1914

"Le Trayas, Paysage du Midi" is a 1914 pastel on paper artwork by French artist Armand Guillaumin. It depicts a dramatic landscape of a rocky coastal scene with a lone tree in the foreground. Guillaumin, known for his vibrant colors and impressionistic style, captures the light and atmosphere of the Mediterranean landscape. The artwork is an excellent example of Guillaumin's fascination with nature and his ability to convey the feeling of open space. The artist's use of pastel allows for a delicate and expressive touch, creating a sense of movement in the clouds and water. Guillaumin's focus on light, color, and atmospheric effects in "Le Trayas" further exemplifies the Impressionist movement's core principles.