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Landscape near Arles

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The landscape unfolds with a tranquil simplicity; a sunny, open field welcomes the eye. A sturdy, sun-baked haystack takes center stage, its form softened by the diffused light of a hazy afternoon. The artist uses broad, textured brushstrokes, creating a sense of volume and depth, imbuing the scene with a tactile quality, as if one could reach out and feel the rough texture of the hay.

Beyond the immediate foreground, a farmhouse nestles amongst lush greenery. The roof, basking in the warm sunlight, offers a visual counterpoint to the cool tones of the sky. The composition is expertly balanced; a symphony of natural elements arranged in a perfect, pleasing order. There's a sense of quiet contentment; the atmosphere whispers of the serenity found in rural life.

Landscape near Arles

Paul Gauguin

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Created:

1888

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7138 × 9049 px
725 × 915 mm

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