Pointe Frégate, Gaspésie is an oil on canvas piece painted circa 1979 by Canadian artist Henri Masson. The painting presents a vibrant depiction of the Gaspé Peninsula, measuring 18 x 24 inches and signed by the artist in the bottom right corner. Masson’s work is a lively portrayal of this coastal Quebec village. The scene is animated with a palette of vivid colors that capture the unique light and atmosphere of the Gaspé Peninsula. The composition is structured with expressive brushwork that imparts a sense of the brisk maritime air and the rugged natural beauty of the area.

The painting features a cluster of houses perched along a winding road that hugs the coastline, suggesting the close relationship between the village inhabitants and the sea. Each building is individualized by color and form, yet they all form a cohesive community, with the road serving as a connecting lifeline. In the background, the rocky promontory of Pointe Frégate juts into the sea, while dynamic strokes of blue and purple suggest the churning waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The sky above is a whirl of clouds, reflecting the variable conditions typical of the region.

Masson's style bridges realism and the expressive color fields of post-impressionism, resulting in a scene that is both a recognizable place and an emotional rendering of the landscape's spirit. This painting offers a celebration of the Gaspé, its terrain, and its people, capturing the essence of the region with a boldness and warmth that is emblematic of Masson's artistic legacy.