Artwork

Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard (Saint-Malo vu de Dinard)

Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard (Saint-Malo vu de Dinard), by Eugène Béjot, 1914
Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard (Saint-Malo vu de Dinard), by Eugène Béjot, 1914

Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard (Saint-Malo vu de Dinard) is a print by Eugène Béjot. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard, a 1914 print by Eugène Bejot, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

About this work

Overview

Saint-Malo Viewed from Dinard, a 1914 print by Eugène Bejot, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. It presents a serene coastal vista.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a tranquil marine scene, contrasting a calm sea with the distant silhouette of Saint-Malo. A protruding stone structure in the foreground adds depth and solidity.

Technique & Style

Bejot employs muted color tones and chiaroscuro to evoke calmness and create a sense of depth, highlighting his skill in capturing light's play on water.

History & Provenance

Created in 1914, the work's history is tied to its current location, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its presence in The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Context

The piece exemplifies the marine genre, reflecting early 20th-century artistic interests in serene, natural landscapes.

Legacy

While specific influence or notable exhibitions are not highlighted, the work remains a characteristic example of Bejot's maritime-themed oeuvre.

Artist & collection

Artist

Eugène Béjot

Eugène Béjot (1867–1931) was a French artist, born in Paris.

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