Barfleur (1931) is a famous Pointillist painting by French Neo-Impressionist artist Paul Signac, capturing the vibrant, picturesque French harbor town of Barfleur using his signature technique of small, distinct dots of pure color that blend optically to create shimmering light and vivid scenes, a theme Signac loved as a passionate sailor. The artwork depicts boats with brightly colored sails, charming coastal architecture, and the prominent St. Nicholas church, reflecting the peaceful yet busy rhythm of life in this Normandy port. 

Key Aspects:
Artist: Paul Signac (1863-1935), co-founder of Pointillism with Georges Seurat.
Style: Pointillism/Neo-Impressionism, using scientific color theory.
Subject: The harbor of Barfleur, Normandy, a place Signac adored and lived in.
Technique: Small dots of pure color create luminous, harmonious images, capturing light and movement.
Scene Details: Boats, sparkling water, distinct buildings, and the church of St. Nicholas.