La Campana a Collioure 

Here we see ‘La Campana a Collioure’ by Henri Martin, a mosaic of warm earth tones punctuated by the vibrant dome of the bell tower. The painting pulses with dabs of color, creating a lively surface that both describes and abstracts the scene. Martin's approach uses divisionism—a technique that is often associated with optical effects. But the consistent texture across the tower, sky and the surrounding landscape destabilizes traditional perspective, flattening the pictorial space. This challenges our perception. The sky blends with the stone. The tower, a symbol of stability, is rendered with the same flickering brushstrokes as the ephemeral clouds. This suggests a deeper connection between the solid and the transient, questioning fixed categories of meaning and form. It engages with the interplay between permanence and change. Consider how the texture contributes not just to the aesthetic but also to the philosophical implications of Martin's representation. The painting encourages us to see the world as an interconnected web of fleeting moments.