The Bay of Marseille, Seen from L'Estaque
1885
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1885
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
The painting shows a view of the Bay of Marseille from L'Estaque. It's a simple scene with basic shapes and colors, like a playing card. Cezanne was fascinated by this landscape and created many similar paintings. He divided the canvas into zones: buildings, water, mountains, and sky. These elements are common in Impressionist art, but Cezanne's style is distinct. He liked to experiment with colors and shapes. Check out the work of artist Paul Cezanne for more examples of his unique style.
