Paul Signac (French, 1863–1935.)

Setting Sun. Sardine Fishing. Adagio. Opus 221 from the The Sea, The Boats, Concarneau series. [Soleil couchant. Pêche à la sardine. Adagio] 1891

Oil on canvas, 25 5/8 x 31 7/8" (65 x 81 cm)
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Mrs. John Hay Whitney Bequest

Collection work meeting criteria specified in Introduction.

585.98

Provenance:

Paul Signac’s studio, 1891 – [1894 or 1896]
Mr. Alexandre Halot-Gevaert (1868 - 1937), Brussels. Purchased from the artist, [1894 or 1896] - until at least 1922
Max Huwart, Brussels. Acquired ? - 1950
Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney, New York. Acquired from Huwart, June 13, 1950 - 1982
Mrs. John Hay Whitney, New York. 1982 - 1998
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Mrs. John Hay Whitney Bequest, 1998

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