Durand-Ruel. Generations of Vision

More than a century after the death of Paul Durand-Ruel, the visionary art dealer and tireless champion of the Impressionists, this exceptional sale brings together a remarkable group of works that has remained in his family for generations.

Featuring masterpieces by some of the defining figures of Impressionism—including Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Alfred Sisley or Eugène Boudin (…)—the collection offers a rare insight into the enduring relationships between Durand-Ruel, the artists he passionately supported, and the descendants who have faithfully preserved his legacy over the years.

Passed down through generations, these works bear witness not only to Durand-Ruel’s extraordinary role in the history of Impressionism, but also to the lasting bonds of trust, friendship and admiration that connected him with the artists he championed.

Credits:

Camille Pissarro (1830–1903), Le Louvre, soleil d’hiver, matin, signed and dated ‘C. Pissarro. 1900’ (lower left), oil on canvas, 73 × 92 cm. Painted in 1900. © Christie’s Images Limited 2026.

Claude Monet (1840–1926), Trois pots de tulipes, signed ‘Claude. Monet’ (lower right), oil on canvas, 51.3 × 36.7 cm. Painted in 1885. © Christie’s Images Limited 2026.

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