L'Arlésienne: Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux (Marie Julien, 1848–1911)

L'Arlésienne: Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux (Marie Julien, 1848–1911) by Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh painted "L'Arlésienne: Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux" in 1889, employing oil on canvas to capture the essence of Marie Julien, the wife of a café owner in Arles. This work is notable for its vibrant color palette and expressive brushwork, characteristic of Van Gogh's post-impressionist style. The painting reflects Van Gogh's interest in capturing the personality and inner life of his subjects, a theme prevalent throughout his oeuvre. Historically, this piece is significant as it represents Van Gogh's connection to the people and culture of Arles, where he spent a prolific period of his career. Van Gogh's time in Arles was marked by intense creativity, despite his struggles with mental health, which ultimately influenced his artistic output. This painting is part of a series of portraits of Madame Ginoux, underscoring Van Gogh's fascination with her as a subject and his broader exploration of human character.

"L'Arlésienne: Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux (Marie Julien, 1848–1911)" by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1889, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Post-Impressionist style with its bold colors and expressive brushwork. The artwork depicts Madame Ginoux, a café owner in Arles, and is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.