Curatorial Narrative La soumission des Casselois, 10 janvier 1430s by Francis Tattegrain is an exemplary case of late 19th-century Realism, exemplifying the artist’s fascination with botanical subject matter. Executed in 1887, this oil on canvas work showcases Tattegrain’s unique approach to brushwork, characterized by deliberate impasto techniques that imbue the composition with a textured, almost three-dimensional quality. The dark earth tones and muted reds used throughout the piece lend an atmosphere of somber introspection, tempered by the occasional flash of gray or black. This chromatic structure creates a sense of spatial rhythm, drawing the viewer’s eye through the intricate details of the botanical subject while maintaining a deliberate restraint.Upon enlargement to 89×44, La soumission des Casselois reveals its full dramatic potential. The spatial depth established by Tattegrain’s use of atmospheric perspective is accentu