Landscape

André Derain's Landscape exemplifies his transition from the vivid colorism of his Fauve period to a more disciplined style influenced by Cézanne and Old Masters. Painted on canvas, this work reflects Derain’s shift towards Neoclassicism after World War I, emphasizing form and restraint over riotous hues. The Oil medium allows for rich textures and subtle tonal variations, underscoring his evolving artistic philosophy and his role as a leader of the Return to Order movement.