The artwork titled “Great Peacock Moth” was painted by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. This oil-on-canvas painting belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and falls under the genre of animal painting. The artwork is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In the artwork, Van Gogh employs his characteristic swirling brushstrokes to depict a great peacock moth resting amidst lush, green foliage. The moth’s distinct eye-like patterns on its wings are meticulously rendered, drawing the viewer’s attention. The background consists of various shades of green with touches of red, adding depth and contrast to the composition. Van Gogh’s unique style is evident in the vivid colors and dynamic lines, conveying both the tranquility and vitality of the natural scene.
