Raoul Dufy

Raoul Dufy was a French Fauvist painter and textile designer celebrated for his vibrant and colourful works. Known for his exuberant scenes of seaside towns, horse races, and regattas, Dufy's art combined bold brushwork with a sense of joy and optimism. He was also a prolific textile designer, collaborating with prestigious French fashion houses. His distinctive style, characterised by its vivid palette and a sense of movement, solidified his place in 20th-century art, leaving a legacy of vivid and dynamic compositions.