Ferdinand du Puigaudeau

Ferdinand du Puigaudeau was born in 1864 in Nantes, France, and became a painter associated with Post-Impressionism and Symbolist tendencies. He studied in Paris and was influenced by artists such as Claude Monet and Paul Gauguin. Du Puigaudeau is best known for his luminous scenes of festivals, markets, and nocturnal gatherings illuminated by artificial light. His work often captures the glow of lanterns, fireworks, and sunset skies.

Light plays a central role in his paintings, creating a sense of atmosphere and quiet enchantment. He frequently depicted Breton landscapes and coastal life, blending realism with a poetic mood. Du Puigaudeau preferred rural surroundings and lived much of his life away from major art centers. Though not widely recognized during his lifetime, his work gained greater appreciation later on. He died in 1930. Today, his paintings are admired for their vibrant color and evocative treatment of light.