1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery
The Black Pigs is a 1896 oil by Paul Gauguin, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.
In the painting, a woman sits on the ground, surrounded by pigs. She's wearing a white shirt and an orange skirt. The scene is set in a tropical environment with palm trees and a hut in the background. The sky is blue with a few clouds. The woman appears to be watching the pigs, which are black and scattered around her. The atmosphere is serene, with a sense of calmness. The use of colors is vibrant, with a focus on greens, blues, and earth tones. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the works 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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