Gallery Edition – Paris under Snow by Auguste Louis Lepre – 64×44 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative As we position “Paris under Snow” within the trajectory of late 19th-century art, it becomes evident that Auguste Louis Lepre’s 1890 creation embodies the nuances of Impressionism while subtly deviating from its core tenets. The artist’s linear brushwork, often associated with the urgency of capturing fleeting light, instead yields a deliberate and measured pace, imbuing the Parisian landscape with a sense of stillness and quiet contemplation. This monochromatic grayscale palette, devoid of chromatic drama, facilitates an atmosphere of serenity, as if the snow-covered city has been suspended in a state of reverie.When scaled to 64×44, “Paris under Snow” assumes a spatial rhythm that harmonizes with the grandeur of luxury interiors. The linear brushstrokes, now amplified, generate a chromatic structure that resonates with the materiality of rich textiles and refined surfaces. As the composition unfolds, its spati