1858
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1941
Maximilien Luce was a French Neo-Impressionist painter and printmaker associated with the Pointillist technique developed by Georges Seurat. His works often depict urban scenes, landscapes, and social subjects with a vibrant, meticulous application of color dots. Politically engaged as an anarchist, Luce’s art reflects sympathy for the working class and social issues. Later in his career, he moved towards a more expressive style while maintaining a focus on light and color. His detailed depictions of Parisian life and the French countryside contribute significantly to the Neo-Impressionist movement.
