Mountains at Saint-Remy with Dark Cottage (1889; France) by Vincent van Gogh

Mountains at Saint-Remy with Dark Cottage - Vincent van Gogh - 1889; France

Artwork Information

TitleMountains at Saint-Remy with Dark Cottage
ArtistVincent van Gogh
Date1889; France
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions90.8 x 71.8 cm
Art MovementPost-Impressionism
Current LocationSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City, NY, US

About Mountains at Saint-Remy with Dark Cottage

“Mountains at Saint-Remy with Dark Cottage,” created in 1889 by Vincent van Gogh, is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies the Post-Impressionism movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 90.8 by 71.8 cm, and it represents the landscape genre. Currently, this notable piece is housed in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City, NY, USA.

In the artwork, van Gogh captures the rugged, swirling forms of the mountainous terrain around Saint-Remy, employing his characteristic bold and dynamic brushstrokes. The palette is vibrant, dominated by various shades of green, yellow, and blue, imbuing the scene with a palpable vitality. The dark cottage nestled amidst the vibrant, textured landscape provides a stark contrast, drawing the viewer’s eye through the undulating rhythms of the natural surroundings. The sky, with its swirling patterns, echoes the fluid forms of the mountains below, creating a harmonious and dynamic composition that is quintessential of van Gogh’s expressive style.

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