Artwork
The Magrot House, Cuesmes
The Magrot House, Cuesmes is a charcoal drawing by the Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower left in charcoal: V.G.; lower right in graphite: M Magrot; by later hand, lower right verso in graphite: 8502 A
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Overview
The Magrot House, Cuesmes is a drawing created by Vincent van Gogh around 1880. It is executed in graphite, possibly, over charcoal on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a small, two-story house in Cuesmes, where Van Gogh lived during his early artistic development. The modest building is rendered in detail, reflecting the rural environment of its surroundings.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a simple, realistic style, with a focus on architectural detail. The use of graphite and charcoal gives the drawing a soft, muted quality.
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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.
