Semaphore of the Beg-Meil, Brittany 1900

"Semaphore of the Beg-Meil, Brittany" is an oil on canvas landscape painting by French artist Maxime Maufra, completed in 1900. The painting captures a serene seascape, with the coastline of Brittany bathed in a golden sunset. The composition features a sweeping curve of the sandy shore, meeting the vast expanse of the sea with gentle waves. Maufra's use of vivid colors and loose brushstrokes evokes the luminous atmosphere of the twilight hour, giving the painting a sense of tranquility and beauty. The painting's subject matter, the semaphore tower of Beg-Meil, serves as a focal point, signifying the historical and cultural significance of the region.