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Three white cottages in Saintes-Maries

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This vibrant painting bursts with life, capturing three charming white cottages set against a magnificent azure sky. Van Gogh’s brushstrokes dance across the canvas, thick with texture and energy. Each building, distinct in its structure, presents a playful contrast between the whitewashed walls and the earthy tones of the surrounding landscape. Sunlight appears to spill over the scene, illuminating the cottages while casting gentle shadows that enhance their shape; the roofs, tipped with straw, hint at rustic simplicity—a homey charm that beckons the viewer closer.

The color palette is primarily vivid blues and bright whites, juxtaposed with the warm, hesitating yellows of the earth; this combination evokes a sense of warmth and tranquility. The brushwork, expressive and spontaneous, invites a feeling of immediacy, as if capturing a fleeting moment in time. While these cottages stand in serenity, there’s an underlying energy—an innate longing for connection with the land and the essence of rural life that Van Gogh so adored. This work not only encapsulates the artist's fascination with the landscapes of Provence but also reflects a deeper yearning for a sense of belonging, a theme prevalent in Van Gogh's artistic journey.

Three white cottages in Saintes-Maries

Vincent van Gogh

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1888

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4000 × 3182 px
415 × 335 mm

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