1876
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Emil Gauguin as a Child is a 1876 by Paul Gauguin, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This portrait depicts a young child with a neutral expression, gazing directly at the viewer. The child's hair is dark and curly, framing their face. The background is a light beige color. The child's facial features are rendered in soft, gentle lines, giving the impression of a delicate and innocent subject. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the child's thoughts and emotions. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the work of Paul Gauguin.
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.
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