Artwork

The Magrot House, Cuesmes

The Magrot House, Cuesmes, by Vincent van Gogh, charcoal, 1880
The Magrot House, Cuesmes, by Vincent van Gogh, charcoal, 1880

The Magrot House, Cuesmes is a charcoal drawing by the Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Magrot House, Cuesmes is a drawing created by Vincent van Gogh around 1880. It is executed in graphite, possibly, over charcoal on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a small, two-story house in Cuesmes, where Van Gogh lived during his early artistic development. The modest building is rendered in detail, reflecting the rural environment of its surroundings.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by a simple, realistic style, with a focus on architectural detail. The use of graphite and charcoal gives the drawing a soft, muted quality.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Vincent van Gogh

Artist

Vincent van Gogh

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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