Artwork
Dr. Gachet (Man with a Pipe)
Dr. Gachet (Man with a Pipe) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Dr.
About this work
Overview
Dr. Gachet (Man with a Pipe) is an etching on Japanese paper created by Vincent van Gogh in 1890. It is a portrait print of Dr. Paul Gachet, the physician who treated Van Gogh in his final months.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Dr. Gachet seated, holding a pipe in his right hand and resting his chin on his left. His contemplative expression and downward gaze convey a mood of quiet reflection.
Technique & Style
The etching features a simple, light-colored background with a few vertical lines, while the subject wears a dark jacket with a high collar. The use of etching on Japanese paper showcases Van Gogh's experimentation with different mediums during a prolific period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
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