Artwork
Chou Quarry, Hole in the Cliff
Chou Quarry, Hole in the Cliff is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Chou Quarry, Hole in the Cliff is a 1892 oil painting by Paul Gauguin, currently held in the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a cliff face with a central hole, a grassy foreground, and a soft blue sky. Earthy tones dominate the scene, conveying a sense of naturalism.
Technique & Style
Visible brushstrokes give the painting a textured quality. At the time of its creation, Gauguin was engaged with Impressionism, though his later work would develop into a distinct Synthetist style.
History & Provenance
Gauguin, a French artist, worked in various mediums including sculpture, printmaking, and ceramics. His contributions to Post-Impressionism and Symbolism are notable.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eugène Henri Paul Gauguin (; French: ; 7 June 1848 – 8 May 1903) was a French painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramist, and writer, whose work has been primarily associated with the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements.
