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Be in Love and You will be Happy (Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureuses)

Paul Gauguin

1898

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Be in Love and You will be Happy (Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureuses) is a 1898 ink by Paul Gauguin, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Paul Gauguin
When & what style?: 1898 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This woodcut print features a group of figures in various poses, with some reclining and others sitting or standing. The scene is rendered in light brown and black hues, with the figures' faces and bodies depicted in simple, expressive lines. In the background, a banner with text is visible, although the words are not legible. The figures in the print seem to be engaged in quiet, contemplative activities, with some lost in thought and others gazing at each other. The overall mood of the piece is one of serenity and introspection. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Paul Gauguin.