The artwork, titled “View of the Port of Marseilles,” was created by the artist Paul Signac, utilizing oil on canvas as the medium. It measures 88.9 by 116.2 centimeters and belongs to the art movements of Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism. The genre of the artwork is classified as a cityscape and marina.
The artwork presents a vividly detailed scene of the Port of Marseilles, executed in the characteristic Pointillist style. Tiny, distinct dots of color are meticulously applied, combining to form a cohesive image from a distance. The port is depicted bustling with activity, with numerous ships moored and figures busy with maritime pursuits. The backdrop reveals a cityscape under an expansive sky, rendered with hues suggesting the soft, diffused light possibly of a dawn or dusk setting. The composition is imbued with a harmonious interplay of colors, enhancing the serene yet vibrant atmosphere of the historic port city.