薔薇

Vincent van Gogh

1890

薔薇 by Vincent van Gogh, 1890

Vincent van Gogh created this vibrant bouquet of white and pale pink roses during the final months of his life in 1890. Notice how the flowers seem to burst out of the simple earthen vase, with petals even spilling onto the table below. The swirling, mint-green background is a classic example of his Post-Impressionist style, where thick, expressive brushstrokes bring the scene to life. It's a beautiful, almost chaotic celebration of nature that contrasts sharply with the artist's inner turmoil at the time.

Technique
Oil on canvas

Location: National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.

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