La Rochelle

1930

Paul Signac

Associated Names
Paul Signac

Artist, French, 1863 - 1935

The image shows a harbor with medieval European architecture. The view is from a slightly elevated angle, offering a wide perspective. The horizon is high, beneath the sky, defined by buildings including towers, spires, and a dome. The structures are mainly on the center and right side. The style uses loose brushstrokes with an impressionistic technique. The color palette is soft with pastel tones like light pink, blue, yellow, and green. The water reflects colors of boats and buildings, creating harmony between land and sea. The reflection in the water mirrors elements above with a rippled texture. The image conveys a peaceful harbor with classic European charm.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor over black chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 29.7 x 45.7 cm (11 11/16 x 18 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1970.17.176


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(M. Knoedler & Co., New York); acquired 1954 by Ailsa Mellon Bruce [1901-1969]; bequest 1970 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1979

  • SPB, NY: 5/17/79, 449.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: P.S. / La Rochelle / Nov.30

Wikidata ID

Q64619131

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