Curatorial Narrative In the late 1870s, Eva Gonzals’s practice was deeply informed by her association with Edgar Degas and her own burgeoning exploration of Impressionist principles. The Bouquet of Violets embodies this moment of transition, as she begins to relax the more rigid conventions of her earlier work in favor of a softer, more expressive style.The bouquet itself is executed in delicate brushstrokes that dance across the canvas with an almost ethereal lightness, capturing the fragility and ephemeral nature of its subject matter. Pink, blue, and green hues intertwine with white, creating a chromatic structure that recalls the intricate patterns found in Art Nouveau design.Upon enlargement to 44×57 inches, The Bouquet of Violets undergoes a transformation, its spatial rhythm shifting to accommodate the demands of interior space. The palette’s pastel warmth infuses a room with an inviting softness, while the interplay between