The Pont Neuf and the Statue of Henri IV 1901

"The Pont Neuf and the Statue of Henri IV" is an oil painting by Camille Pissarro, created in 1901. The painting depicts a view of the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris, with the statue of Henri IV, France's first Bourbon King, in the foreground. Pissarro uses his characteristic pointillist technique, applying small dots of color to create an impressionistic effect. The vibrant, dappled light and the use of cool blue hues in the sky create a sense of serenity and tranquility, typical of Pissarro’s later Impressionist works. The painting highlights the urban landscape of Paris, capturing the beauty of the city through Pissarro’s impressionistic gaze.