This intimate oil on canvas, created in 1984, stands as a testament to the enduring influence of lyrical automatism and surrealist onirism in Léon Bellefleur’s (1910-2007) practice. The title subtly evokes a seasonal transition, serving as a catalyst for a purely formal exploration of light and movement.

• Gestural dynamics and calligraphic rhythm: The composition is animated by a web of fine, almost calligraphic lines that intertwine across the surface of the canvas. These fluid, directional movements instill a sense of a sudden gust or an aerial vortex, contrasting with the support's inherent flatness. Bellefleur’s gesture retains its signature spontaneity here, guided by an intuitive intention.
• Winter chromatic dialectic: The palette is dominated by transparencies and luminous whites that echo the rigor of Quebec's winter climate. However, this apparent coldness is disrupted by the introduction of warmer, contrasting tones (earthy nuances, underlying bursts) piercing through the layered paint. This interplay of opacity and transparency generates an internal luminosity, where light seems to emerge from deep within the background of the canvas.

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