Entrée d’un Trois-Mâts, Le Havre (Entrance of a Three-Masted Ship, Le Havre) by Maxime Maufra
Description: Entrée d’un Trois-Mâts, Le Havre is a painting by Maxime Maufra, created around 1905. This artwork captures the entrance of a three-masted ship into the port of Le Havre, a major French seaport. Maufra's use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes reflects his Fauvist style, emphasizing the dynamic movement of the ship and the lively atmosphere of the harbor. The painting illustrates the maritime activity with a focus on the interplay between the ship and the surrounding water.
Maxime Maufra, a French painter associated with Fauvism, studied at the School of Fine Arts in Paris. His work is known for its vivid color contrasts and energetic brushwork. Entrée d’un Trois-Mâts, Le Havre demonstrates Maufra’s ability to capture maritime scenes with an expressive and colorful approach, highlighting his interest in portraying the vibrancy of coastal life.
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Location and Date Created: Created in Le Havre, France, around 1905.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Entrée d’un Trois-Mâts, Le Havre (Entrance of a Three-Masted Ship, Le Havre).
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Artwork Style: Fauvism.
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Subject/Topic: The entrance of a three-masted ship into the port of Le Havre, emphasizing the ship's movement and the lively port environment.