Le Havre with rain clouds (1922) by Paul Signac

Le Havre with rain clouds - Paul Signac - 1922

Artwork Information

TitleLe Havre with rain clouds
ArtistPaul Signac
Date1922
Mediumchalk,watercolor,paper
Dimensions30.4 x 45.3 cm
Art MovementImpressionism,Neo-Impressionism
Current LocationAlbertina, Vienna, Austria

About Le Havre with rain clouds

“Le Havre with Rain Clouds,” a cityscape by Paul Signac, was created in 1922 and is housed in the Albertina in Vienna, Austria. Executed using chalk and watercolor on paper, the artwork measures 30.4 by 45.3 centimeters and exemplifies the stylistic influences of both Impressionism and Neo-Impressionism.

The artwork depicts a bustling cityscape of Le Havre, with notable emphasis on an overcast sky, heavy with rain clouds. The scene is animated with urban elements such as buildings, boats, and infrastructure, skillfully rendered through Signac’s characteristic use of vibrant colors and delicate brushwork. The harbor setting showcases water reflecting the subdued light, while darkened clouds suggest an impending rainstorm. The thoughtful composition and nuanced play of light and shadow underscore Signac’s adeptness in capturing atmospheric conditions, making this piece a notable example of early 20th-century European cityscapes.

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