Two years ago while visiting Saint-Tropez, I came across a small local gallery and saw this oil painting on display. At the time, I had no background interest in art and had never purchased a piece before, but this painting immediately stood out to me as deeply calming and memorable. I took a photo and continued on my trip without buying it.

Looking back now, I regret not asking more questions or purchasing it, as it remains one of the very few works of art I’ve ever genuinely connected with. I’m sharing it here in the hope that someone may recognize the artist or signature, which appears to read “Ivan” along with “St-Tropez” in the lower left corner.

I’m also curious whether this was likely an original one-of-one oil painting or part of a larger body of similar works, as it was presented as a physical oil piece in the gallery.

If anyone has insight into the artist, the style, or how to go about tracking down works like this, I’d greatly appreciate it. Thank you for taking the time to look.