Gustave Cariot

Gustave Cariot (1872–1950), French, Gustave Camille Gaston Cariot, a French painter born in Paris on June 28, 1872, and passing in the same city on March 8, 1950, carved a niche for himself within the pointillist movement. His artistic journey was marked by a profound dedication to capturing the essence of rural and urban landscapes, with a particular focus on the Breton and Rhenish countryside, as well as Parisian cityscapes. Cariot's work is distinguished by his meticulous attention to the interplay of light and color across different seasons, a theme vividly explored in his series 'Le Poème des saisons,' where each painting corresponds to a month, offering a poetic reflection on the cyclical nature of time and environment.
From 1903 onwards, Cariot showcased his creations at the Salon des indépendants, gaining recognition for his unique approach to pointillism. His oeuvre includes not only pastoral scenes but also innovative depictions of Paris, such as rooftops and the Pont Neuf, demonstrating his versatility and keen observational skills. Despite facing challenges, including the rejection of his submissions by the Salon d'automne in 1911, as documented in the correspondence between André Rouveyre and Frantz Jourdain, Cariot's legacy endures. His contributions to the pointillist movement and his exploration of seasonal transformations continue to be celebrated, securing his place among the notable petits maîtres of French painting.