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Three Tahitian Women Against a Yellow Background

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The artwork presents three women set against a vibrant, almost surreal yellow background. The figures, rendered with simplified forms and bold outlines, stand in a serene yet enigmatic composition. The artist's use of a limited palette, dominated by yellows, greens, and blues, creates a sense of warmth and exoticism, characteristic of his Tahitian period. The women are depicted in relaxed poses, their bodies partially draped in simple garments, reflecting a sense of naturalness and simplicity. The background, with its stylized trees and foliage, adds to the overall feeling of a tranquil, idyllic scene, possibly hinting at a life untouched by the complexities of the modern world. It's a vivid glimpse into the artist's idealized vision of the Tahitian landscape and its people.

Three Tahitian Women Against a Yellow Background

Paul Gauguin

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1899

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5520 × 5064 px
735 × 680 mm

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