Deathbed portrait of Aristide 'Atiti' Suhas, died 5 March 1892, 1.5 years old
1896
oil
From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum
1896
oil
From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum
This painting shows a young child lying on a bed, with their eyes closed. The child is dressed in white and has a rosary in their hand. The child's face is painted in a yellowish tone, and their skin appears pale. The background of the painting is dark, which creates a somber mood. The painting is a poignant portrayal of a child's death. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Paul Gauguin.
