1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Setting Sun, Sardine Fishing, Concarneau is a 1896 oil by Paul Signac, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of boats on the water, set against a backdrop of a vibrant yellow sky. The boats are small and dark, with thin masts that rise above the horizon. The water is calm, with gentle ripples that reflect the colors of the sky. The painting's use of pointillism creates a sense of movement and energy, despite the peaceful atmosphere. The dots of color blend together to form a cohesive image, with the yellow sky gradating into a soft blue towards the bottom of the canvas. The artist's use of color and technique creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Paul Signac.
Paul Victor Jules Signac ( seen-YAHK, French: ; 11 November 1863 – 15 August 1935) was a French Neo-Impressionist painter who, with Georges Seurat, helped develop the artistic technique Pointillism.
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