Artwork
Be in Love and You Will Be Happy
Be in Love and You Will Be Happy is a print by the Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1925.1024
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Paul Gauguin's print 'Be in Love and You Will Be Happy' dates to around 1898. It is a black-and-white work held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dreamlike scene with figures in various poses, some floating above others. The title 'Be in Love and You Will Be Happy' contrasts with the chaotic and unsettling mood, suggesting a complex exploration of emotions.
Technique & Style
Gauguin's work reflects his Synthetist approach, characterized by bold forms and symbolic meaning. The use of jagged lines, illegible text, and blurred figures creates a busy and unsettling atmosphere, diverging from naturalistic representation.
Context
Gauguin was a key figure in Post-Impressionism and Symbolism, experimenting with color and composition. This print showcases his innovative style, which emphasized emotional and symbolic content over realistic depiction.
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.
Begrüssung (Greeting)
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Reconciliation (Versoehnung)- Be in Love and You will be Happy (Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureuses)