“Paul Gauguin’s Armchair,” an oil painting on canvas by Vincent van Gogh, was created in 1888 in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. This post-impressionist still life has dimensions of 90.5 x 72.5 cm and is housed at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork features a wooden armchair prominently positioned in the center, painted in rich tones of red and blue, standing against a lush green wall. On the chair rests a simple, green cushion and an oil lamp with a lit candle, casting a glow that subtly illuminates its surroundings. The floor comprises a palette of contrasting, vibrant colors, enhancing the chair’s vivid presence. The composition’s simplicity, combined with Van Gogh’s expressive brushwork and color choices, results in a piece that is both contemplative and evocative.
