A Farm in Brittany

Paul Gauguin

Created:
Movement:
1894
Post-Impressionism
key Notes:
Post-Impressionist landscape, Breton rural life
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Dimensions:
28 1/2 x 35 5/8 in. (72.4 x 90.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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A Farm in Brittany by Paul Gauguin

A Farm in Brittany, painted by Paul Gauguin in 1894, is an exemplary work that showcases the artist's distinctive use of color and form. Created using oil on canvas, this painting reflects Gauguin's interest in rural life and his departure from traditional European artistic conventions. The work is significant for its contribution to the Symbolist movement, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual over the realistic depiction of subjects. Gauguin's time in Brittany was marked by his exploration of primitive themes and a rejection of industrialized society, which is evident in this piece. As a leading figure in Post-Impressionism, Gauguin's innovative approach influenced subsequent generations of artists, including the Fauves and the Expressionists. His work continues to be studied for its bold use of color and its impact on modern art.

Description of the work:

"A Farm in Brittany" by Paul Gauguin, created in 1894, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's Post-Impressionist style with its bold colors and simplified forms. The artwork depicts a rural scene in Brittany, capturing the essence of the French countryside with a focus on the harmony between nature and human habitation.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Farm in Brittany