“Gasometers at Clichy” is an oil on canvas painting created by Paul Signac in 1886. This landscape artwork, exemplary of the Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism movements, measures 81 by 65 centimeters and is currently housed in the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) in Melbourne, Australia.
The artwork depicts an industrial scene in the small area of Clichy, characterized by the presence of gasometers which stand prominent in the background. The foreground features a house with distinct red roofing, surrounded by a fenced yard that transitions into a patch of greenery, marked with visible paths. Signac’s meticulous technique is evident, employing the Pointillist method where tiny dots of color coalesce to form a cohesive image when viewed from a distance. The fusion of light and shadow, along with the use of vibrant yet subtle hues, illuminates the tranquil charm of an otherwise utilitarian subject matter. The painting encapsulates the beauty found in everyday industrial landscape through the harmonious application of color and form, a hallmark of Signac’s neo-impressionist style.