The artwork titled “Westminster” was created by Andre Derain in 1905. It is an oil painting on canvas that represents the cityscape genre and is associated with the Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism art movements.
The painting portrays a striking view of Westminster in London. It features the use of bright, contrasting colors and a distinct dotted (pointillist) technique reflecting the light and atmosphere of the scene. In the foreground, we see the River Thames with boats, which anchor the image in everyday reality. The middle ground is dominated by the silhouette of the Westminster skyline including the iconic clock tower, while red blobs suggest trees or foliage, adding a splash of warmer color to the scene. The background sky radiates around the sun with an array of colors in a circular pattern, representative of the Pointillism technique where small, distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image. Overall, the painting captures the vibrancy of the cityscape with a blend of abstraction and representation.
