Seascape Near Marseille (Fantastic Village) 1882

"Seascape Near Marseille (Fantastic Village)" is an oil painting by Adolphe Joseph Thomas Monticelli, created in 1882. The piece depicts a coastal village with a vibrant blue sky and white, puffy clouds. The scene is painted with thick, impasto strokes, creating a sense of movement and texture. Monticelli's characteristically loose brushwork, visible in the painting's depiction of houses and boats, emphasizes his interest in capturing the essence of light and atmosphere rather than precise details. The work reflects his signature style, combining Impressionist sensibilities with a Romantic sense of color and form.