Le Havre 1883

Eugène Boudin's "Le Havre" from 1883 captures the essence of a seascape with its depiction of ships sailing on a choppy sea, framed by a dynamic sky with fluffy clouds. Boudin, a key figure in the development of Impressionism, is renowned for his plein air paintings, often focusing on coastal scenes like this one. The light brushstrokes and emphasis on capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere contribute to the painting's characteristically Impressionist style.