Le Breau at Night
Artist
Walter Gay
(American, 1856 - 1937)
Date1932
MediumGouache on paper
Dimensions10 3/4 x 14 1/2 in.
ClassificationsWatercolor
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number1992.107
DescriptionLocated in the French countryside near Fontainebleau, Chateau Le Breau was the beloved home of the artist and his wife, Matilda, for many years. The castle has appeared in many of Gay's works and "Le Breau at Night" offers a rarely seen and underappreciated view of the home at nighttime. Adding to the mystery and whimsy of the chateau is the lack of details in the building's facade, which is hidden under the painting's heavy color palette and shadow. Tragically, during World War II the home was occupied by German officers and Matilda died virtually a prisoner in her own home in 1943. The chateau has since been torn down and only the twin entranceways and stable blocks still stand.On View
Not on view
