View of the Port of Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme
1891
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1891
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a quiet harbor scene with a big, old sailing ship docked on the right. The water is calm, and a few small boats float nearby. On the shore, there are trees, a sandy bank, and a flock of ducks in the foreground. The sky is mostly cloudy, with patches of light breaking through. The brushstrokes are loose and soft, giving a dreamy feel to the whole scene. If you like this style, look up Impressionism.
