{"product_id":"excursion-henri-edmond-cross","title":"Excursion - Henri-Edmond Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pointillist painting by Henri-Edmond Cross depicts figures in a coastal setting, rendered with a mosaic-like application of paint. The composition is bathed in a soft, diffused light, creating a sense of harmony and tranquility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHenri-Edmond Cross, a French painter born in Douai, was a significant figure in the Neo-Impressionist movement. Developing his style from Impressionism, Cross adopted the pointillist technique, characterised by small, distinct dots of colour applied in patterns to form an image. This method, influenced by scientific colour theory, aimed to achieve maximum luminosity and colour mixing in the viewer's eye. Cross's work often depicts idyllic scenes, reflecting a utopian vision of nature and leisure. \n\n'Excursion' exemplifies Cross's mature style. The painting presents a group of figures in a coastal setting, rendered with a mosaic-like application of paint. The composition is bathed in a soft, diffused light, achieved through the juxtaposition of complementary colours. The figures, depicted in loose, flowing garments, appear to be enjoying a leisurely outing. The landscape, with its rolling hills and serene sea, contributes to the overall sense of harmony and tranquility. The pointillist technique is evident in the meticulous application of small dots of colour, creating a shimmering effect that captures the essence of light and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gezicht-op-een-kanaal-met-een-zeilschip-jan-toorop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGezicht op een kanaal met een zeilschip - Jan Toorop — Jan Toorop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/usines-pres-de-charleroi-maximilien-luce\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUsines près de Charleroi - Maximilien Luce — Maximilien Luce\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Henri-Edmond Cross","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818200080719,"sku":null,"price":25.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818203160911,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818203193679,"sku":null,"price":40.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818203226447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818203259215,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Excursion_Poster_CompositorV1_1780105205709.jpg?v=1780105330","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/excursion-henri-edmond-cross","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}