The artwork, titled “Enclosed Field behind Saint-Paul Hospital,” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. This piece belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement, characterized by its vivid expression and emotive nature. Measuring 62 x 47 cm, this landscape genre artwork is currently housed in the Staatliches Museum Schwerin, located in Schwerin, Germany.
The artwork presents a serene and detailed depiction of a field enclosed by a wall, characteristic of van Gogh’s expressive style. The composition features thick, swirling lines that evoke the movement and texture of the natural landscape, embodying both the visual and emotional essence of the scene. The structured yet dynamic field stretches into the horizon, bordered by foliage and set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a prominent, radiant sun. The attention to the contrasting elements of nature—such as the calm yet turbulent sky and the orderly yet vibrant fields—captures the introspective and contemplative mood of the artist during his time at the Saint-Paul Hospital.
