Post-pointillisme français - Hommage à Paul Signac

Painting on panel probably executed in the 1950s, clearly situated within the post-pointillist and Neo-Impressionist lineage, in an acknowledged homage to Paul Signac, as indicated by an old annotation on the back.

The composition depicts a Parisian scene brought to life by the Seine, an arched bridge and the recognizable silhouette of Notre-Dame, rendered through a juxtaposition of small color strokes. The luminous palette, dominated by yellows, greens, and blues, as well as the optical vibration of the painted surface, testify to a personal assimilation of the principles of Divisionism.

The brushwork is free, fragmented yet controlled, prioritizing atmospheric effect and chromatic resonance over architectural precision, in a spirit typical of post-war interpretations of Neo-Impressionism.

The panel, a support frequently used by artists of this period, gives the work good stability. The patinated wooden frame, probably contemporary, enhances the composition without overloading it.

Dimensions: 59 x 45 cm with the frame.
Panel only: 45.4 x 33.2 cm

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