Still Life with Two Jars and Two Pumpkins (1885; Nunen / Nuenen, Netherlands) by Vincent van Gogh

Still Life with Two Jars and Two Pumpkins - Vincent van Gogh - 1885; Nunen / Nuenen, Netherlands

Artwork Information

TitleStill Life with Two Jars and Two Pumpkins
ArtistVincent van Gogh
Date1885; Nunen / Nuenen, Netherlands
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Still Life with Two Jars and Two Pumpkins

The artwork, entitled “Still Life with Two Jars and Two Pumpkins,” is a painting created by the renowned artist Vincent van Gogh in 1885 in Nuenen, Netherlands. This work, executed in oil on canvas, belongs to the Realism art movement and falls within the genre of still life. Presently, the painting resides in a private collection.

The artwork presents a meticulously balanced composition featuring two pitchers and two pumpkins set against a subdued, dark background. The simplicity of the objects belies Van Gogh’s skillful use of light and shadow to render a sense of depth and texture. The muted color palette primarily consists of earthy tones, with the objects captured in soft, consistent lighting. Each element is imbued with a quiet presence, demonstrating Van Gogh’s ability to infuse still life with a sense of contemplation and elegance. The careful detailing of the pumpkins’ irregular surfaces and the polished sheen of the jars highlight the artist’s acute observational skills and adeptness with the medium.

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