Houses by the Sea 1918 by Chaim Soutine — Fine Art

Houses by the Sea 1918 by Chaim Soutine places dark shapes beside a narrow band of water. Thick paint sits on the surface with uneven edges and quick strokes. The colours run from muted greys to warm brown on the buildings.

This fine art print keeps the rough paint texture on a matte sheet. A dark frame on a pale wall lets the warm brown tones show through. You notice the pressure in each stroke from a normal standing distance.

It works on a bedroom wall above the bed. In the morning light the grey sky section stays quiet while the marks stay rough.