Raoul Dufy (1877-1953)—a leading 20th-century French painter known for his daring use of “color and light.” Dufy left behind a large number of works depicting buoyant, joyful scenes of the sea, boats, music, wheatfields, and rural landscapes in vibrant colors. Extending his practice beyond the canvas into textile design, and costumes design, ceramics, tapestries, and even furniture, he became widely recognized as a versatile artist.