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Seurat and the Sea

By (author) Karen Serres, By (author) Richard Thomson, By (author) Paul Smith

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This catalogue charts the evolution of the radical and distinctive style of French artist Georges Seurat through the recurring motif of the sea Seurat and the Sea is a scholarly and visually rich catalogue accompanying a landmark exhibition at The Courtauld, London, the first exhibition devoted to Seuratâ€™s seascapes. Georges Seurat (1859â€“1891), known for pioneering the Neo-Impressionist technique of using small dots of pure colour, developed a luminous and atmospheric style that evolved notably through his repeated engagement with maritime themes. The book brings together paintings, oil sketches, and drawings produced during five summers spent on Franceâ€™s northern coast between 1885 and 1890, in towns such as Honfleur, Port-en-Bessin, and Gravelines. These works, featuring seascapes, regattas, and harbour scenes, contrast with Seuratâ€™s better-known Parisian imagery and reflect his desire to escape studio confines and depict the clarity of natural light. The catalogue highlights how these works deepened Seuratâ€™s exploration of colour and form and played a vital role in expanding his influence. Drawn from global collections, the works reaffirm Seuratâ€™s lasting artistic significance. Exhibition Schedule: The Courtauld Gallery, London (13 Februaryâ€“17 May 2026) Published by Paul Holberton Publishing/Distributed by Yale University Press