Beach at Vignasse, The Golden Isles by Henri-Edmond Cross is a vibrant depiction of a Mediterranean coastal scene, painted in the Neo-Impressionist style. Cross uses bold, dot-like brushstrokes to build up the glowing colors of the landscape, creating a sense of shimmering light and warmth. The vivid blues of the sea contrast with the sunlit yellows and greens of the shore, imbuing the painting with a sense of idyllic beauty. Cross’s technique, known as Pointillism, lends a rhythmic, harmonious quality to the work, evoking the serene, peaceful atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast.