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Landscape, Horse on the Road

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The sun-drenched landscape immediately envelops you, a feeling of warmth radiating from the canvas; the road, a deep reddish-brown, beckons the viewer deeper into the scene. A horse, grazing peacefully, is a focal point; its form softened by the light, appearing almost ethereal against the vibrant vegetation. The artist's brushwork creates a sense of movement and texture, the strokes suggesting the rustling of leaves and the gentle breeze. You can almost feel the humidity in the air, and smell the damp earth. The composition is simple, yet powerful; the road leads the eye towards a distant cluster of buildings, hinting at a life beyond the immediate surroundings.

Landscape, Horse on the Road

Paul Gauguin

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1889

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5072 × 6590 px
730 × 940 mm

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