Artwork
Le Havre, voilier à quai
Le Havre, voilier à quai is an oil painting by Albert Marquet. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Le Havre, voilier à quai is a 1906 oil painting by Albert Marquet, a French artist who transitioned from Fauvism to a more Impressionist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a sailboat moored at a stone quay in the port of Le Havre, surrounded by other boats, buildings, and a bridge or pier, evoking a sense of calmness and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Marquet's use of oil paint is characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and a subdued color palette dominated by muted blues and grays, conveying a sense of movement and energy.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the Kunsthaus Zürich, created during a period when Marquet's style was evolving toward softer, more naturalistic renderings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albert Marquet (French pronunciation: ; 27 March 1875 – 14 June 1947) was a French painter.
