The Port of Collioure

"The Port of Collioure" (1905) by André Derain exemplifies Fauvism through its vivid, expressive palette and bold brushstrokes. Painted during his collaboration with Henri Matisse in the fishing port of Collioure, the work captures a dynamic landscape scene filled with bright greens, blues, mauves, and pinks. Long strokes of Oil paint animate the canvas, under a jade and turquoise sky, emphasizing the vibrant atmosphere. The painting's energetic style reflects the revolutionary approach of Fauvist art movement, making it a significant piece in early 20th-century modernism. Since the death of its previous owner, John Hay Whitney, in 1982, it has been housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.