Artwork

Still life with a Bearded-Man Jar

Still life with a Bearded-Man Jar, by Vincent van Gogh, oil, 1884
Still life with a Bearded-Man Jar, by Vincent van Gogh, oil, 1884

Still life with a Bearded-Man Jar is an oil painting by the Realist artist Vincent van Gogh. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.

About this work

Overview

Still Life with a Bearded-Man Jar is an oil painting created by Vincent van Gogh in 1884, exemplifying his work in still life during this period.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a simple arrangement of everyday objects, including a large clay pot, a smaller white jar labeled 'COCHLEAR', and a dark wooden object, set against a dark background, emphasizing their textures and forms.

Technique & Style

Characterized by muted colors and a focus on the tactile qualities of the objects, the work is associated with the Realism movement, which sought to represent subjects truthfully and without idealization.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held at the Kröller-Müller Museum, indicating its recognition and preservation as part of Van Gogh's oeuvre.

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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