1. (25527425/3) PAUL SIGNAC (1863-1935) Paris. Le Pont-Marie signed 'P. Signac' (lower right), inscribed and dated 'Paris Mai 1910' (lower left) watercolour, gouache and charcoal on paper pasted on board Executed in May 1910 20.5 x 25.7 cm. 8 1/16 x 10 1/8 in. The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Marina Ferretti. Provenance Estate of the artist. Marlborough Fine Art Ltd, London. Collection John and Johanna Meulkens, Netherlands (acquired in March 1996). Exhibition London, Marlborough Fine Art, Paul Signac - Watercolours and drawings, November-December 1986, no. 22, (illustrated p. 35). John and Joanna Meulkens began their collection in the 1980s, inspired by international art fairs such as TEFAF and Pictura. Guided by leading art dealers, they broadened their interests to include a wide range of works from the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist periods. They were attracted by pioneering artists such as Jongkind and Boudin, whose innovation influenced Impressionism, as well as Maufra, Signac, Pissarro, Lhermitte (admired by Van Gogh) and Raffaëlli, a close friend and protégé of Degas. As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism this year, the movement is enjoying a dynamic resurgence, with worldwide exhibitions commemorating its lasting impact. John and Joanna have assembled their collection with a deep love of art, a commitment to discovery and the joy of capturing timeless beauty - a legacy of passion that continues to inspire.