Albert Marquet, born in 1875, arrived in Paris in 1890. Just a year later, he formed friendships with Matisse and Manguin. As a student at the École des Beaux-Arts, he frequented the studio of Gustave Moreau, who encouraged him to immerse himself in the works of the old masters. Marquet ultimately discovered Impressionism at the gallery of Paul Durand-Ruel, which proved to be a true revelation for him.

From 1897 onward, Marquet explored his motifs in a style that would soon be labeled “Fauvist” by Louis Vauxcelles. Indeed, he was part of the group exhibiting at the 1905 Salon d'Automne in the famous Salle VII. He adopted a swift execution style and simplified forms, allowing the brushstroke to be clearly visible.

A few years later, however, in his quest for a new tonal harmony, the artist returned to a more moderate style and a softer palette, distancing himself from the bold colors and forms promoted by the Fauvists.

From 1925 onward, Marquet spent every winter in Algiers and traveled the rest of the year, visiting France, Italy, and even Norway. Depicting the landscapes he encountered and the ports he visited, his paintings captured the essence of his journeys, becoming a travel journal in their own right.

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