Artwork

The Field of Derout-Lollichon

The Field of Derout-Lollichon, by Paul Gauguin, oil, 1894
The Field of Derout-Lollichon, by Paul Gauguin, oil, 1894

The Field of Derout-Lollichon is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Field of Derout-Lollichon is a painting created by Paul Gauguin in 1894 using oil paint. It is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a field, trees, a stone wall, and distant buildings. A solitary tree is prominent, and a small stream or path runs through the field, evoking a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

Gauguin's use of loose brushstrokes and vivid colors gives the painting a peaceful, idyllic quality. The style is characteristic of Post-Impressionism, with an emphasis on experimental color use and Synthetist techniques.

History & Provenance

Gauguin, a French artist associated with Post-Impressionism and Symbolism, created this work during a period of significant innovation in his style and technique.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Paul Gauguin

Artist

Paul Gauguin

Eugène Henri Paul Gauguin (; French: ; 7 June 1848 – 8 May 1903) was a French painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramist, and writer, whose work has been primarily associated with the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements.