Jean-Francois Millan - Les Chalutiers Roscoff (31.2 in x 21.5 in)

The lithograph captures several colorful trawlers (chalutiers) resting in the harbor at low tide. The background features the iconic white-washed Breton houses with steep, dark slate roofs, typical of the regional architecture.

• Modern Impressionism: Millan’s style is known for its vibrant, almost "Fauvist" use of color. He utilizes bold blocks of blue, green, and ochre to define the boats, contrasting them against the softer, muted tones of the village.

• Composition: The work is characterized by strong vertical lines (the masts and building edges) and horizontal planes (the beach and water line). This geometric structure gives the coastal scene a balanced, serene quality.

• Medium: While he also paints in oils and gouache, Millan is widely known for these high-quality lithographs, which allow for crisp colors and wide distribution among collectors of nautical and European landscape art.