Notre Dame
ca. 1907
Henry Lyman Saÿen took the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and completely shattered its traditional image around 1907, turning the Parisian landmark into a vibrant puzzle of bold yellows, deep reds, and moody blues. Living in Paris during the birth of modernism, Saÿen was heavily influenced by the radical new styles of Cubism and Fauvism, ditching realistic details for thick, blocky brushstrokes that make the famous cathedral look like it's vibrating with energy. Instead of a polite postcard view, he gives us a raw, electric reflection in the Seine that feels more like a fever dream than a travel brochure.
- Technique
- oil paint
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