André Hambourg’s Temps Doux, Marée Basse, à Deauville celebrates the leisurely atmosphere of the Normandy coast, a region that became one of the defining inspirations of his artistic career. Deauville, renowned for its elegant seaside promenades and fashionable bathing culture since the nineteenth century, provided Hambourg with an endless source of inspiration, particularly during the summer months when its expansive beaches came alive with holidaymakers. Born in Paris in 1909, Hambourg studied at the École des Arts Décoratifs and the École des Beaux-Arts under Lucien Simon. His artistic development was profoundly influenced by his travels to North Africa, where the extraordinary intensity of Mediterranean sunlight transformed his understanding of colour and atmosphere. Returning to France, he became particularly associated with the coastal landscapes of Normandy, combining the spontaneity of Impressionism with his own distinctive sensitivity to light. In Temps Doux, Marée Basse, à Deauville, Hambourg captures the gentle pleasures of seaside life, reflecting his affection for the Normandy coastline. His enduring connection to Deauville is celebrated at Les Franciscaines, which houses an extensive collection of his paintings and drawings.