Baignade dans la Cure 1909

Maximilien Luce's *Baignade dans la Cure* (1909) depicts a lively scene of bathers in the Cure River. The artist captures the Impressionist style with bold brushstrokes and a focus on light and color, particularly in the shimmering water and the sun-drenched foliage. The composition emphasizes the playful interaction of the bathers, capturing a moment of carefree summer leisure. The painting is a testament to Luce's skill in rendering the energy and vibrancy of everyday life. *Baignade dans la Cure* is a quintessential example of the French Impressionist movement, which sought to capture the fleeting effects of light and the beauty of everyday life.