Richard Victor Julien (1864 – 1937): A Breton Impressionist’s Vision of Bohemian Life Richard Victor Julien was born into a family steeped in artistic tradition, shaping his formative years amidst the creative fervor of Nantes and Brittany. His father, Eugène Julien, was a respected watercolorist, instilling in young Richard an early appreciation for capturing fleeting moments of beauty—a passion that would define his entire artistic career. Despite facing considerable hardship during his youth – including the tragic loss of his parents at a young age – Julien persevered with unwavering dete…