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Maternity II

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Three Tahitian women fill the canvas with their presence, rendered in Gauguin's signature flattened perspective and bold colors. The central figure, adorned in a vibrant red pareo, holds a garland of flowers, her gaze contemplative. To her left, another woman, draped in a cool blue garment, carries a basket, her expression serene. The third woman, seated below, cradles an infant, offering nourishment; a scene of tender intimacy. The background is a symphony of warm yellows, punctuated by hints of pink and a wash of green, suggesting the lush environment of the South Pacific. The overall mood is one of quiet dignity and primal connection to nature.

Maternity II

Paul Gauguin

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Created:

1889

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4100 × 6400 px
610 × 947 mm

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