Fishermen's houses, Port Vendres 1926

Rupert Bunny painted "Fishermen's Houses, Port Vendres" without a specific date, layering gentle strokes of color to capture a serene waterside view. Look at how Bunny builds up the scene with a mosaic of brushstrokes, creating a tangible surface. The paint isn't trying to disappear; it's present, almost sculptural. It's not about hiding the process but celebrating it. Notice the cool blues of the water against the warm pinks and oranges of the buildings. It’s as though the painting is a memory, softened around the edges, full of light. The way the houses cluster together reminds me of Cézanne’s structures, but with a lightness, a whimsy that feels uniquely Bunny. It’s like he's inviting us to dream, to let our eyes wander and find our own stories within the scene. It's a great reminder that art is really just a conversation, an invitation to see and feel the world in new ways.