Raoul Dufy Exposition - Daniel Malingue

This evocative exhibition poster draws from Raoul Dufy’s unmistakable visual language, presenting a lively scene filled with movement, elegance, and color. Horses and figures populate an open landscape rendered with fluid lines and translucent washes, creating a sense of spontaneity and lightness. The composition feels animated yet effortless, capturing the rhythm of social life, leisure, and spectacle that so often animated Dufy’s work. The interplay of color and line conveys atmosphere rather than strict realism, inviting the viewer into a world shaped by sensation and joy.Issued to promote an exhibition of Dufy’s work in Paris, the poster reflects themes that defined his artistic career. Horses appear as central motifs, symbolizing motion, grace, and modern life. Whether depicted at racetracks, in parades, or within social gatherings, horses allowed Dufy to explore speed, elegance, and the relationship between people and spectacle. Their presence here reinforces his lifelong fascination with equestrian subjects and the festive environments surrounding them.Raoul Dufy (1877–1953) was one of the most celebrated French artists of the twentieth century, closely associated with Fauvism and later developing a highly personal style characterized by luminous color, calligraphic line, and decorative freedom. Born in Le Havre, Dufy drew early inspiration from the sea, music, and public entertainments. Horses, regattas, orchestras, and social events became recurring themes, reflecting his belief that art should communicate pleasure and vitality. His work extended beyond painting to textiles, book illustration, ceramics, and graphic design, making him a defining figure in modern French visual culture.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.