Les Andelys, Côte d’Aval

This Pointillist masterpiece by Paul Signac captures the vibrant colors and bustling atmosphere of the harbor town of Les Andelys, located along the Seine River in France. The painting is characterized by its mosaic-like arrangement of tiny dots of color, which create a shimmering, almost jewel-like effect. Signac's use of pointillism allows him to capture the play of light on water, the movement of boats and people, and the overall vitality of the scene. The painting is currently in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Paul Signac (1863-1935) was a French painter who played a pivotal role in the development of Neo-Impressionism, a post-Impressionist movement that emerged in the late 19th century. He is best known for his pointillist paintings, which are characterized by the use of small dots of pure color to create a mosaic-like effect. In 1884, he met Georges Seurat, who was developing a new technique called pointillism. Together, Signac and Seurat developed the theory and practice of pointillism. Signac was a highly respected artist during his lifetime and produced a wide variety of works, including landscapes, seascapes, portraits, and still lifes.