Seascape at Saintes-Maries
1888 Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
About this artwork
This painting depicts fishing boats with vivid sails on a turbulent sea under a low horizon. It captures the dynamic movement of the water with thick, expressive brushstrokes.
Did you know?
Vincent van Gogh, seeking inspiration from the south of France, visited the fishing village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May 1888. During this trip, he produced several vibrant seascapes, including this one, capturing the local boats and the intense light of the Mediterranean. He described the sea as 'magnificent' and the colors as 'like mackerel,' reflecting his enthusiasm for the vivid palette.
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Seascape at Saintes-Maries
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
