1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of Hermitage Museum
Taperaa Mahana is a 1896 oil by Paul Gauguin, held at Hermitage Museum.
This painting depicts a group of people in a lush outdoor setting, surrounded by trees and foliage. The scene is vibrant, with a range of colors used to bring the scene to life. In the foreground, a figure walks towards the right side of the canvas, while others sit or stand in the background. The artist's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors creates a sense of energy and movement in the scene. The painting's use of color and composition draws the viewer's eye through the scene, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. To learn more about the artist's use of color and technique, look up the 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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