Curatorial Narrative The enigmatic “Cauterets; capitale du soufre” exemplifies the Art Deco style’s penchant for monumentalising the natural world. Executed in 1951, this work finds itself situated within the mid-twentieth century’s fascination with geometric abstraction and its relationship to landscape representation. The anonymous artist’s choice of medium, or rather, their decision not to apply paint to canvas, speaks volumes about the era’s shifting attitudes towards artistic expression. By eliminating the artist’s hand from the equation, the artwork takes on a clinical air, one that heightens our awareness of the pictorial space itself. As this enigmatic work expands to approximately 44×68 inches, its palette assumes a commanding presence within a luxury interior environment. The harmonious marriage of green, yellow, blue, and white hues creates an atmospheric weight that is at once soothing and invigorating. When paired wit