Traverses 1961

Rene Duvillier made “Traverses” with expressive brushstrokes and a moody palette of blues and reds. The texture in this piece is something else, isn't it? You can almost feel the movement of Duvillier’s hand as he layered the paint, thick in some areas, thin in others. Look at how the strokes cascade down the canvas, creating a sense of depth and maybe even a little drama. Then there's that bold slash across the top. It’s like a horizon line, but it’s also kind of disruptive, throwing the whole composition off balance. It reminds me a little of Joan Mitchell's work, that same sense of raw energy and emotion. It's not about perfection, it's about embracing the process and letting the paint do its thing. That's what makes art so interesting, isn't it? The endless possibilities, the different ways of seeing and feeling.