The artwork titled “Joseph Roulin, Sitting in a Cane Chair, Three-Quarter-Length” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1888 in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. This piece is rendered in ink on paper, falling under the Post-Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a sketch and study. Currently, it resides in a private collection.
In this artwork, Vincent van Gogh has depicted Joseph Roulin, a postman, in a seated position within a three-quarter-length composition. The subject is positioned on a cane chair, with one arm resting on a table. The intricate ink work captures the texture of Roulin’s uniform and the casual yet sturdy posture he assumes. The detailed strokes and lines convey both the physical presence and the character of Roulin. The artist’s skillful use of ink on paper is evident in the precise delineation of the forms and the expressive quality of the sketch.
