Artwork
Woman at Table
Woman at Table 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
Woman at Table is an oil painting depicting a seated figure. Created by Vincent van Gogh, it is housed at the Kröller-Müller Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman at a table, dressed in dark attire and a headscarf, her face partially shadowed. Her introspective demeanor and the subdued lighting evoke a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The use of oil paint allows for rich, nuanced color. The contrast between the dimly lit room and the warm glow from the window behind the woman creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The painting is attributed to Vincent van Gogh, although the date given as 1893 is after his death in 1890, suggesting a possible error in the recorded date.
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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