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Barfleur 1

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The scene unfolds with a serene harbor view, meticulously crafted with a pointillist technique; small, distinct dots of color coalesce to form the image. The foreground is dominated by tranquil water, reflecting the sky and boats above, creating a sense of depth and spaciousness. Various sailboats, with their masts and colorful flags, are gracefully positioned, suggesting a leisurely pace of life. In the background, a grand church, its architecture bathed in the soft, diffused light of the setting sun, serves as a majestic anchor to the composition. The sky, painted in a myriad of blues and whites, adds a calming effect, enhancing the overall peaceful atmosphere of the scene. It’s a moment captured with precision and emotion, where the play of light and color breathes life into the artwork.

Barfleur 1

Paul Signac

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Created:

1931

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Dimensions:

4000 × 3134 px
910 × 730 mm

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