Gauguin’s Chair
1888
Van Gogh painted this empty wooden armchair in 1888 as a tribute to his friend and fellow artist Paul Gauguin, who was coming to stay at the Yellow House in Arles. The chair features a lit candle and a couple of books, symbolizing Gauguin's intellectual nature and late-night reading habits. Painted in Van Gogh's signature Post-Impressionist style with bold, swirling brushstrokes and vibrant colors, it stands in stark contrast to his own simple straw chair. Tragically, this hopeful gesture of friendship was painted just before their famous falling out, which led to Van Gogh cutting off his ear.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
Location: Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
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