Le port de Marseille au coucher du soleil 1890 - 1895

"Le port de Marseille au coucher du soleil" (The Port of Marseilles at Sunset) is a painting by the French artist Félix Ziem, who was known for his depictions of harbors and cityscapes. This artwork, created between 1890 and 1895, is a vibrant portrayal of the bustling port of Marseille bathed in the warm hues of a setting sun. Ziem's signature style, characterized by loose brushstrokes and a luminous palette, captures the atmosphere of the scene, with the reflection of the sky creating a shimmering surface on the water. The numerous ships in the harbor, silhouetted against the fiery sky, add a sense of activity and scale to the composition.