The Langlois Bridge
1888
Van Gogh captured this rustic drawbridge in Arles using quick, energetic ink strokes that make the water ripple and the tall reeds sway in the breeze. He was absolutely fascinated by the Japanese aesthetic of this wooden bridge, as it strongly reminded him of the ukiyo-e prints he collected. This drawing shows his masterful ability to convey light and movement with just a simple pen and brown ink, serving as a lively study before he applied his famous thick, colorful oil paints to the same iconic scene.
- Technique
- ink drawing
- Material
- paper
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