Cottages at Auvers, near Pontoise by Camille Pissarro

Cottages at Auvers, near Pontoise 1879

camillepissarro

Private Collection

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

rural-area

impressionist painting style

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

seascape

expressionist

"Cottages at Auvers, near Pontoise" is a painting by Camille Pissarro, a prominent figure in the Impressionist movement. Completed in 1879, the artwork depicts a rural landscape with two simple houses. Pissarro captures the essence of the French countryside with his signature use of short brushstrokes and vibrant colors, highlighting the soft hues of the thatched roofs and the lush greenery. This painting exemplifies Pissarro's interest in depicting everyday life and his commitment to capturing the effects of light and atmosphere.