Sunflowers 2
1887
Before he ever painted his famous sunflowers in a vase, Vincent van Gogh was experimenting with the flowers lying flat on the ground during his Paris days in 1887. These two decaying heads, with their shriveled petals and heavy, textured brushstrokes, show a raw side of nature that contrasts wildly with the energetic blue background. You can even spot his signature 'Vincent 87' tucked into the bottom left corner, proving he was proud of this gritty, honest take on a dying bloom.
- Technique
- Oil paint
- Material
- Canvas
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