“Factory,” an oil painting on canvas by Vincent van Gogh, was created in 1882 in The Hague, Netherlands. This work falls within the Realism art movement and represents the genre of cityscape. The artwork is currently housed in the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.
The artwork presents a stark and industrious scene, depicting a factory complex with a sense of meticulous detail. The buildings are characterized by angular roofs and towering chimneys, evoking a somber, industrial atmosphere. The foreground is dominated by the dark silhouette of machinery and structural elements, while a barren tree stands to the right, contributing to the desolate and gritty ambiance. The use of monochromatic tones and intricate shading highlights the utilitarian aesthetic of the factory setting, reflecting Van Gogh’s adeptness at portraying urban environments.
