Retine ma jolie — Fine Art

Retine ma jolie shows quick painted gestures over a pale ground. The marks cluster and pull apart, following the rhythm of the title.

You get the fine art print with a hanger already on the back. Marcel Barbeau often worked with paint and chance, letting the hand move before the eye settled. The white frame gives the picture a clear edge on the wall. It keeps the soft greys from sinking into the plaster behind it.

You notice the uneven paint edges first, then the quiet space around them. It suits a hallway with a narrow bench below. From the stairs you catch the brightest stroke before you reach the bottom step.