Artwork

Vase with red and white carnation on a yellow background

Vase with red and white carnation on a yellow background, by Vincent van Gogh, oil
Vase with red and white carnation on a yellow background, by Vincent van Gogh, oil

Vase with red and white carnation on a yellow background is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It is held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.

About this work

Overview

Vase with red and white carnation on a yellow background is an oil painting created by Vincent van Gogh in 1894, now part of the Kröller-Müller Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a vase filled with loosely arranged red and white carnations, their stems and leaves spilling out. The composition conveys a sense of dynamic energy and vibrancy, evoking warmth and vitality.

Technique & Style

Visible, expressive brushstrokes characterize the work, typical of Van Gogh's bold style. The palette is dominated by vibrant, contrasting colors—the red and white flowers set against a bright yellow background.

History & Provenance

Created in 1894, the painting is currently held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.

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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