1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of Norton Simon Museum
Dominant colour
The Yellow Boat is a 1896 oil by Gustave Caillebotte, a Impressionism work, held at Norton Simon Museum.
This painting depicts a man sitting in a small, yellow sailboat on a body of water. The man is wearing a dark jacket and hat, and he is facing to the right. The sail of the boat is white, and it appears to be in motion, as the water around the boat is rippled. The background of the painting is a soft, blue-gray color, which suggests that the scene is taking place on a cloudy day. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of calmness and serenity, as the man in the boat seems to be enjoying a peaceful moment on the water. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Gustave Caillebotte.
Gustave Caillebotte (French: ; 19 August 1848 – 21 February 1894) was a French painter who was a member and patron of the Impressionists, although he painted in a more realistic manner than many others in the group.
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