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"The Port of St. Tropez (1897–98)" refers to a famous colour lithograph by French Neo-Impressionist artist Paul Signac, capturing the serene harbour scene of the French Riviera town using his signature Pointillist technique of tiny, unmixed colour dots to create luminous, vibrant images, showcasing his love for marine settings and bright Mediterranean light.

  •  Paul Signac (1863-1935).
  • Medium: Colour lithograph.
  • Style: Neo-Impressionism (Pointillism).
  • Subject: The picturesque old port of St. Tropez, featuring the church tower (Nôtre-Dame-de-l’Assomption) and boats.
  • Technique: Applying small dots of unmixed colours (blue, red, yellow, etc.) to create a full spectrum of light and colour, often using the white of the paper for highlights.
  • Significance: Embodies Signac's fascination with the Mediterranean light and the tranquility of port life, influencing later artists like the Fauves. 

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