The Moon and the Earth
1897
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1897
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
The Moon and the Earth is a 1897 oil by Paul Gauguin, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting earth, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting depicts a nude woman standing with her back to the viewer, her arms raised above her head as she washes her hair. Her dark hair is adorned with a few flowers, and she wears a bracelet on her right wrist. The woman's body is rendered in warm, golden tones, while the background is a mix of cool blues and greens. In the background, a figure with a green face and long hair is visible, although their features are not clearly defined. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and calmness, with the woman's gentle movements and the soft colors contributing to a sense of peacefulness. To learn more about the artist's use of color and symbolism, explore the works of Paul Gauguin.
