Curatorial Narrative The work “By the Sea” by an anonymous artist created in 1915 exemplifies the transitional moment between Art Nouveau’s sinuous lines and the geometric clarity of Art Deco. Linear brushwork defines the composition, evoking a sense of modernity while still referencing the organic forms of its predecessors. The palette is characterized by a range of blues, from cerulean to cobalt, which provide an atmospheric backdrop for the depiction of a seaside building. Red accents inject a jolt of dynamism, while yellow and green add subtle undertones, their interplay creating a complex spatial rhythm. At an enlarged scale of 44×67 inches, “By the Sea” transforms into a large-scale architectural statement that significantly impacts a luxury interior environment. The palette, now expansive and almost three-dimensional, exudes chromatic structure as blue tones recede into the background while red accents surge forward. Spatia