“The Port of Le Havre,” created by Raoul Dufy in 1906, is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies the Post-Impressionism art movement. Measuring 61 x 73 cm, this marina genre painting is housed at the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada.
The artwork vividly depicts a bustling port scene with an ensemble of boats moored alongside each other. The painting’s composition features a harmonious array of boats with tall masts reaching upwards, capturing the essence of maritime activity. Dufy’s use of bold, vibrant colors brings a lively dynamism to the scene, while his characteristic brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and fluidity. The background reveals an architectural glimpse of the port town, further emphasizing the connection between land and sea. The reflective quality of the water under the boats and the slightly abstract representation of forms are indicative of Dufy’s Post-Impressionist style.
