Who painted Young Wrestlers?

Young Wrestlers was painted by Paul Gauguin in 1894.

Where can I see Young Wrestlers?

Young Wrestlers is held by Louvre Abu Dhabi.

What movement is Young Wrestlers?

Young Wrestlers is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Young Wrestlers

Paul Gauguin , 1894

Young Wrestlers is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

About this work

Overview

Young Wrestlers is a 1894 oil painting by Paul Gauguin, exemplifying his post-Impressionist style. The work is part of the Louvre Abu Dhabi's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two shirtless young boys wrestling on a green field, with one boy's arms around the other's waist and the other holding onto his shoulders. A figure lies on a hill in the background, adding to the scene's tranquility.

Technique & Style

Gauguin's distinctive style is characterized by bold colors and rough brushstrokes, evident in the dominant green hue that conveys freshness and energy. The figures are rendered with stylistic choices rather than naturalistic representation.

History & Provenance

Created in 1894 by French artist Paul Gauguin, known for his experimental use of color and Synthetist approach, Young Wrestlers diverges from Impressionism's focus on light and realism.

Artist & collection

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.