Georges Seurat
1859–1891 · French · 32 artworks
Post-ImpressionismPointillismNeo-ImpressionismPointillismDivisionismOptical MixingFormal CompositionColor Theory
artist bio
Georges Seurat was a French Post-Impressionist painter best known for developing the painting techniques of pointillism and divisionism. His innovative use of color and optical effects significantly influenced the course of modern art, bridging Impressionism and later abstract movements.
what you'll learn
Studying Seurat's work allows students to understand color theory, optical mixing, and the transition from Impressionism to more structured and scientific approaches to painting. Students can learn about the impact of scientific theories on art and how artists can use systematic methods to create visual effects.
related: Paul Signac, Camille Pissarro, Henri-Edmond Cross
32 artworks
A house between trees
1883
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Landscape in the Ile-de-France
1882
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The Channel of Gravelines, Petit Fort Philippe
1890
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Horse and cart
1884
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Portrait of Edmond-François Aman-Jean
1883
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Landscape with Figure. Study for 'La Grande Jatte'
1885
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The Harbour and the Quays at Port-en-Bessin
1888
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Port of Honfleur
1886
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A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte
1886
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Vase of Flowers
1879
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White Houses, Ville d'Avray
1882
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Alfalfa, St. Denis
1886
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Suburb
1882
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Gardener
1882
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Bathers at Asnières
1884
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House with Red Roof
1883
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Seated Man. Study for "Bathers at Asnieres"
1883
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The Watering Can
1883
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The Bank of the Seine
1884
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View of Le Crotoy, from Upstream
1889
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The Bridge - View of the Seine
1883
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Port-en-Bessin, The Outer Harbor, Low Tide
1888
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Rainbow
1883
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View of Fort Samson
1885
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Harbour at Port-en-Bessin at High Tide
1888
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Portrait of Paul Signac
1890
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Young Peasant in Blue
1882
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Peasants Driving Stakes
1882
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The Hollow Way
1882
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Rue St. Vincent in Spring
1884
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Village Road
1883
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The Channel at Gravelines, Grand Fort-Philippe
1888
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