Girl with Straw Hat, Sitting in the Wheat (1890; Auvers-sur-oise, France) by Vincent van Gogh

Girl with Straw Hat, Sitting in the Wheat - Vincent van Gogh - 1890; Auvers-sur-oise, France

Artwork Information

TitleGirl with Straw Hat, Sitting in the Wheat
ArtistVincent van Gogh
Date1890; Auvers-sur-oise, France
Art MovementPost-Impressionism
Current LocationVan Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Girl with Straw Hat, Sitting in the Wheat

The artwork titled “Girl with Straw Hat, Sitting in the Wheat” is a sketch and study created by the renowned artist Vincent van Gogh in 1890, during his time in Auvers-sur-Oise, France. This piece is associated with the Post-Impressionism movement and is presently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The artwork is a delicate sketch featuring a young girl adorned in a straw hat, depicted sitting amidst a backdrop of wheat. The drawing exhibits Van Gogh’s characteristic expressive line work, capturing the essence of quiet contemplation in the girl’s posture. The girl’s attire, marked by its patterns and detailed rendering, contrasts with the simplicity of the surrounding wheat, emphasizing her presence within the natural setting. The piece reflects Van Gogh’s skill in conveying mood and personality through minimalistic yet evocative lines, embodying the aesthetic and thematic qualities of the Post-Impressionist era.

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