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The Breton Shepherdess, 1886 (oil on canvas)
TW426924 The Breton Shepherdess, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 60.4x73.3 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: This important landscape was one of the first pictures that the French artist Paul Gauguin painted in Pont Aven, on the coast of Brittany in France. The small village attracted artists due to the picturesque dress and folk customs of the Breton people. The picture was painted at a turning point in Gauguins work. Some areas are painted in the Impressionist-influenced dabs of paint he used early in his career. In other places he has used flat areas of colour, which are characteristic of the Post-Impressionist style he developed later; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22910334
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The Breton Shepherdess, 1886
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is a captivating oil painting by the renowned French artist Paul Gauguin. This masterpiece, measuring 60.4x73.3 cm, beautifully captures the essence of rural life in Pont Aven, a small village on the coast of Brittany. Gauguin was drawn to this picturesque location due to its charming inhabitants and their traditional customs. In this particular artwork, he skillfully portrays a shepherdess taking respite amidst a serene hillside landscape dotted with goats and sheep. What makes "The Breton Shepherdess" truly remarkable is its representation of Gauguin's artistic evolution. The painting showcases his transition from Impressionism to Post-Impressionism styles. Some areas are adorned with delicate brushstrokes reminiscent of his earlier works influenced by Impressionist techniques. Meanwhile, other sections feature flat blocks of vibrant colors that became characteristic of his later Post-Impressionist style. This print offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate Gauguin's mastery in capturing both the natural beauty and cultural richness found in rural France during the late 19th century. Displayed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, this artwork continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide with its timeless depiction of countryside tranquility and pastoral charm.
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