“Entrance to the Old Tower” is an artwork by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1885 in the village of Nuenen, Netherlands. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is categorized under the genre of sketches and studies. This particular piece is housed in the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a meticulous sketch of a weathered, arched entrance to an old tower. The scene is captured with a strong sense of depth and perspective, utilizing dark, heavily marked lines to accentuate the stone texture and structural elements of the doorway. Sparse vegetation is visible around the base of the tower, suggesting a state of wear and abandonment. The use of shading is notable, contributing to the realistic portrayal of shadows and light, which brings a sense of weight and solidity to the structure. The overall composition conveys a somber, almost melancholic atmosphere, reflecting van Gogh’s detailed study of his surroundings.
