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Still Life with Three Puppies, by Paul Gauguin, oil, 1894

Still Life with Three Puppies

Paul Gauguin

1894

oil

panel

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Still Life with Three Puppies is a 1894 oil by Paul Gauguin, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Paul Gauguin
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows three puppies gathered around a bowl, with a table full of fruit and glasses below them. The puppies are depicted in various shades of gray and brown, while the bowl and table are rendered in darker tones. The fruit and glasses on the table are painted in a range of colors, including greens, yellows, and reds. The painting's style is characterized by bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, giving it a sense of energy and movement. The puppies appear to be engaged in playful activity, adding to the overall sense of dynamism in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Paul Gauguin.

About the artist

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Artist

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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